Daily Meditations on the Bible / We stand with Israel
When you lie down, you will not be afraid;
when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.
Summary: There are very practical aspects to trusting in God. One of them is getting a good night’s sleep.
Continue reading “Proverbs 3:24 – Sleep Sweet”
She is a tree of life to those who take hold of her;
those who hold her fast will be blessed.
Summary: Solomon refers to a “tree of life” in this passage. Is it a prophetic reference to Jesus? It certainly could be.
Continue reading “Proverbs 3:18 — The Tree of Life”
She [Wisdom] is more precious than rubies;
nothing you desire can compare with her.
Long life is in her right hand;
in her left hand are riches and honor.
Summary: Solomon speaks of wisdom as if it were a person. It is good to imagine wisdom as being able to talk. Wisdom is the difference between looking stupid and looking smart.
Continue reading “Proverbs 3:15-16 — A Knock at the Door”
Blessed are those who find wisdom,
those who gain understanding,
for she is more profitable than silver
and yields better returns than gold.
Summary: This verse commingles two economic systems; the world of silver and gold, and the world of wisdom and understanding. Understanding these systems is helpful for the Christian who wants to gain wisdom and understanding.
Continue reading “Proverbs 3:13-14 — Profit”
My son, do not despise the Lord’s discipline,
and do not resent his rebuke,
because the Lord disciplines those he loves,
as a father the son he delights in.
Summary: Discipline is a word that has multiple applications. God uses all forms of discipline to teach us his ways.
Continue reading “Proverbs 3:11-12 — Father and Son”
Honor the Lord with your wealth,
with the firstfruits of all your crops;
then your barns will be filled to overflowing,
and your vats will brim over with new wine.
Summary: Giving is what God does all day long. If we want to be like our God and honor what he has done in our life, we will do the same.
Continue reading “Proverbs 3:9-10 — Jesus is Watching”
Do not be wise in your own eyes;
fear the Lord and shun evil.
Summary: Solomon was a smart guy. Some say he was so smart that he knew enough to know he was not smarter than God.
Continue reading “Proverbs 3:7 — The Pill”
Trust in the Lord with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding;
in all your ways submit to him,
and he will make your paths straight.
Summary: Today’s meditation is a personal reflection on life and faith.
Continue reading “Proverbs 3: 5-6 — The Path”
My son, do not forget my teaching,
but keep my commands in your heart,
for they will prolong your life many years
and bring you peace and prosperity.
Summary: Solomon demonstrates the wisdom that God has given him by modeling excellent communication techniques in these two verses.
Continue reading “Proverbs 3: 1-2 — Good Communication”
Thus you will walk in the ways of the good
and keep to the paths of the righteous.
Summary: As we walk through life we are confronted by choices over and over again. Which path will we take? It is good to have a goal and know which path you want to take before you set out.
Continue reading “Proverbs 2:20 — The Shady Diamond”