Proverbs 4:10-13 – Hold On To Wisdom
What a joy it is to parents as they come to the end of their life to know that their children have not been brought up for the world but taught in the ways of God. But this won’t happen if their children are never disciplined; if they’ve always got their own way; if they’ve been taught to love the things of the world. But it will happen if Godly discipline has been used; the Bible laid down as the rule of life; and habits of prayer and love of serving God and fellowship with God’s people have been encouraged. But not just parents, all who are part of the church can encourage young people to pursue the things of God and rejoice to see boys and girls following after God.
But to pursue the things of God is not easy. It is often a rough and lonely path, but it is a right path and happiness and peace will come from doing what God wants. When we have our eyes fixed on God and His Word, we will not stumble and fall into sin; we will not be confused or deceived by the lies of Satan. But it is a struggle – a struggle against our sinful nature, the temptations of those in the world, and the attack of the devil. Wisdom that has only taken root in our mind will be easily discarded when mocking, trouble, persecution, grief, or suffering come. Our hearts must be full of loving God and the desire to serve Him. How? How can we fill our hearts? By studying His Word, by turning to Him in prayer, by worshipping Him and praising Him. The more we pursue the things of God the more we will want to pursue the things of God. But we must pray that God will enable us to hold on to Him and His Word and not be swayed or shaken.
Questions
- What should we desire most for our children?
- How can we keep from falling into sin?
- How can we fill our hearts with the love of God?
Prayer Points
- Pray that we would have an increasing desire for God.
- Use prayer points from your congregation.
- Pray for family matters.