Prov. 2: 1-4 God's Word is described as: my words, commandments, wisdom, understanding, and hidden treasure. James 1:5-8; 1 Peter 2:2
Treasure (verb) = cherish, prize, adore, value
1 Peter 2:2 We long for the pure milk of the Word so that we may grow.
Prov. 2:5 When we are actively seeking God's wisdom and understanding, then we will discern the fear of the LORD and discover the knowledge of God.
Deut 17:18-20 The fear of the LORD comes from knowing the Scriptures.
The process of growing up in the LORD includes:
– Love and honor God first
– Study the Scriptures, and pray
– Have faith that the Bible is the revealed wisdom of God
– Knowing this wisdom and understanding will enable you to make godly choices and avoid sin
– When sin on occasion does occur, it will be known right away and can be extinguished
I Cor. 2: 3-16 God has given us His Word. To understand this Word, we must have the holy spirit to guide us. The things of God are foolishness to man; the spirit of God speaks to our minds and informs us of wisdom and understanding of this dynamic Word. Paul wrote a prayer in Ephesians 1:17 that asks that the eyes of our heart may be enlightened.
Prov. 2:6-11 The first four verses describe what we are to do. Next, we find out what Yahweh's response is to our diligent crying out for His wisdom.
God stores up goodness for the righteous and retribution for those who do evil. 2 Kings 20:17; Ps. 31:19
Matt. 6:19-20 Treasure on earth or treasures of heaven – your freewill choice (Luke 12:21ff)
Prov. 4:23 “Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.”
Prov. 2:9-20 While God is doing all of these wonderful things for us, we will then discern righteousness, justice, equity (impartiality, fair play), and every good course.
Heb. 5:14 But solid food is for the mature, who because of practice have their senses trained to discern good and evil.
Rev. 21:1-5
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