Proverbs 27:7-10 – The Greatest Friend
Verse 7 – You have a choice. You can be full with the things of the world or hungry for the Word of God. To be stuffed with earthly things will give you no lasting happiness, but to hunger and thirst after the things of God will bring joy, peace, and contentment.
Verse 8 – There are two ways we can apply this verse. First, there is the danger of wandering from the things of God. As we have seen throughout Proverbs, this road takes us away from peace, joy, and security to destruction and death. Second, we are being taught to be content. God has put each of us in a particular situation as part of His plan for His Church. When we start wandering from the jobs He’s given us to do and start interfering and meddling in things that aren’t our job, we are not just disobeying, we are destroying the unity of the church. We need to be content where God has put us.
Verse 9 – We’ve seen how a true Christian friend will not hesitate to rebuke us when we are doing wrong, but here is the other side of Christian friendship. It is sympathetic and kind. We put ourselves in our friends shoes and try to see things the way they do. Our advice to them is loving and centred on what’s best for them, not ourselves. This kind of friendship is refreshing and a joy.
Verse 10 – Jesus Christ is our greatest friend. He is a wise friend who knows what we need. He is a sympathising friend who sees our sadness, hurt, and pain. He is a mighty friend, able to protect and provide. He is a faithful friend, true to His word, and He is a sure friend, who will never leave. Is He your friend?
Questions
- What is the danger of wandering from the things of God?
- How should we treat our friends?
- Why is Christ our greatest friend?
Prayer Points
- Give thanks for Christ’s love for you.
- Use prayer points from your congregation.
- Pray for family matters.