TOPIC: Stoop to Conquer Wednesday, December 03, 2014 TEXT: PROVERBS 25:1-15 Key Verse: “Put not forth thyself in the presence of the king, and stand not in the place of great men: For better it is that it be said unto thee, Come up hither; than that thou shouldest be put lower in the presence of the prince whom thine eyes have seen” (Proverbs 25:6,7). The book of Proverbs is certainly a great source of wisdom to the discerning. It offers guidance to those who are diligent enough to utilize its provisions in their day-to-day endeavours. Our text today offers us admonition on sundry issues, ranging from humility to the use of our tongue. Solomon, the author of this book, understood by divine revelation that good kings are made by good counsellors and that to have a blameless king, wicked counsellors must be banished from the court. He harps on the need for humility. A man who craves exaltation must actually humble himself. Solomon also emphasizes the need to settle whatever differences we may have with our fellowmen, out of any legal framework, as much as possible. At the same time, he warns about the impropriety of leaking the secret of fellowmen entrusted to us, as this negative use of the tongue is tantamount to betrayal. He recommends a soft tongue because it possesses the power to subdue the most obstinate resistance. Solomon’s admonition should be an eye- opener to everyone today. This is because the sundry issues of wrong counselling, pride and negative use of the tongue seem to be the undoing of many. They constitute the little foxes that spoil the vine (Song of Solomon 2:15). Surprisingly, some believers are so carefree that despite the effects of these strange attitudes, they still do not realize the negative weight of their behaviour. Such believers risk rejection by God at the end of their journey. The only way out for them is to breakup their fallow ground and seek the Lord so that He can reign righteousness upon them. How about your life? Thought for the day: Humble yourself before God and He will exalt you.
Posted on: Wed, 03 Dec 2014 05:37:15 +0000
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