Bible in a Year : Proverbs 35; 2 Corinthians 1
I instruct you in the way of wisdom and lead you along straight paths. Proverbs 4:11
Downhill skiing racecourses are often marked by swaths of blue paint sprayed across the white, snowy surface. The crude arcs might be a visual distraction for spectators but prove to be vital to both the success and safety of the competitors. The paint serves as a guide for the racers to visualize the fastest line to the bottom of the hill. Additionally, the contrast of the paint against the snow offers racers depth perception, which is critical to their safety when traveling at such high rates of speed.
Solomon begs his sons to seek wisdom in hopes of keeping them safe on the racecourse of life. Like the blue lines, wisdom, he says, will lead [them] along straight paths and keep them from stumbling (Proverbs 4:1112). His deepest hope as a father is for his sons to enjoy a rich life, free from the damaging effects of living apart from the wisdom of God.
God, as our loving Father, offers us blue-line guidance in the Bible. While Hes given us the freedom to ski wherever we like, the wisdom He offers in the Scriptures, like racecourse markers, are life to those who find them (v. 22). When we turn from evil and walk instead with Him, our path will be lit with His righteousness, keeping our feet from stumbling and guiding us onward each day (vv. 12, 18).
How has reflecting on the wisdom of God kept you from stumbling? In what ways are you becoming more like Jesus?
God, thank You for Your Word. Help me to hold fast to the wisdom You offer. To learn more about how to get the most out of your Bible study time, visit christianuniversity.org/SF106.
Good evening, Mayor, and thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul.
A Blessed Lord’s Day to you and yours...
Hope you practiced resting today.