The first way in which the fear of the Lord is to be expressed in a person’s life is in a child’s relationship to his parents. The blessings of knowledge and wisdom that the fear of the Lord initiates begin to be enjoyed…
Life’s ultimate decision is: Am I going to believe and follow God’s instruction, or am I going to trust human wisdom and imitate my peers? Every person must choose. Every person does choose. Send article as PDF
Choosing to acknowledge the existence and superiority of Jehovah—the Ultimate Reality—is the beginning of knowledge (Proverbs 1:7) and wisdom (Proverbs 9:10). It is making the only sensible choice when faced with life’s ultimate decision. Send article as PDF
Immediately after Solomon’s introduction to the book of Proverbs and its fourfold purpose (1:1-4) and his hearty encouragement to vigorously pursue wisdom (1:5-6), he gets down to brass tacks: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge” (1:7). Send…
The marvels of God’s creative genius are on panoramic display in nature. The heavens above, the earth beneath, the oceans around the globe, and the creation that fills our biosphere are resplendent with God’s manifold glory and wisdom. Send article as…
Some of the best advice I have ever received was told to me shortly after I entered college: In every month that has 31 days read one chapter a day from the book of Proverbs. Its implementation in my life has blessed…
