P31-Proverbs Chapter 4

I'm starting to have a little trouble differentiating between the different contexts of wisdom. It is starting to seem like the same message. I guess maybe it seems as though this chapter is exploring the benefits of wisdom more than encouraging one to seek wisdom. Ultimately, the message is still clear to me. Seek to gain knowledge and understanding, and you will find the will and hand of God. Continue to gain wisdom and aggressively search it out and the path God intends you to walk will be clear with no gray area. We can use the wisdom of God to build our relationship with him. Which is his greatest desire! I pray that God will clear my mind and make his intended message for each of these chapters plan for me to see.

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P31-Proverbs Chapter 3

Ok, so to me, this chapter carries on the central theme from chapter one just with some additional perspective. Beyond that I think it really throws several small yet clear points at you. Of these, the basis for the discipline of God is what stood out. I mean how many of us have said or thought or maybe heard from someone else how hard our parents were on us when we were kids and although we resented them for it then, we are so greatful for it now that we are adults? Exactly. So my aim is to be greatful for God's loving discipline now with the understanding that I know I will be greatful for it at some point in the future of God's choosing. This reminds me of a quote in George W. Bush's book Decision Points. He said "Eventually their patient love affected me. When you know you have unconditional love, there is no point in rebellion and no need to fear failure. I was free to follow my instincts, enjoy my life, and love my parents as much as they loved me." I feel that applies perfectly to God as well. How awesome is it that God loves us enough to disciple us so that we can mature and grow strong in the ways of Christ!

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