Beginning With Beginner!

When we begin to learn something completely new, we start as a "beginner" and focus on "beginning" principles. Anytime we desire to have the most accurate information we also seek that which comes from the authority on the subject. When hobbies, secular education, and careers are focused on in this manner, how much more should it be when it comes to our life! We need to begin with the "Beginner", Originator, and Designer of it all.

In keeping with one of the major themes of Proverbs, Solomon urged. . .

"(10) The FEAR OF THE LORD is the BEGINNING OF WISDOM, and the KNOWLEDGE OF THE HOLY ONE IS INSIGHT." ( Proverbs 9:10 ESV)

The New Living Translation reads, "FEAR OF THE LORD is the FOUNDATION OF WISDOM. KNOWLEDGE OF THE HOLY ONE RESULTS IN GOOD JUDGMENT." [NLT, © 2004, Wheaton, Ill.: Tyndale House Publishers]

When it comes to this life and how we conduct ourselves through it, we must begin with the "Beginner"! It is of paramount significance to UNDERSTAND WHO GOD IS and His proper relation to our life and life in general. When God is properly reverenced and respected (and His power over our destiny is understood) we KNOW HIS STANDARD is the one to always consider. We can find great comfort in that. Being afraid of God either means we do not really KNOW HIM or we are not in a RIGHT RELATIONSHIP WITH HIM. (note 1 John 4:18)

We ought to thank God for the wisdom He offers. It is the fool who despises wisdom and instruction ( Proverbs 1:7) and pride often keeps many from accepting what needs to change in their life. Approaching God with both reverence and humility keeps us open to gaining the knowledge (truth) and wisdom (proper life application of that truth) we need. May God's Will remain foundational to our life so that we can maintain proper spiritual discernment ( 1 Corinthians 2:14) and good judgment in our daily decisions. Living life with His "insight" will encourage us with His promised eternity in sight.

Have a great day KNOWING GOD, AND THUS LIFE AS HE WOULD HAVE US!
Carl

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