In Proverbs 2, Solomon continues his Proverbs of Wisdom to his son; “my son” (Proverbs 1:8, 10, 15; 2:1). While it is true that King Solomon was instructing his own son in practical truths using pithy (or concise) sentences; “my son” can be applied … [Read more...]
In Proverbs Chapter Two, Solomon continues his Proverbs of Wisdom to his son, “my son.” While it is true that King Solomon was instructing his own son in practical truths using pithy (or concise) sentences; “my son” can be applied to all of God’s Regenerated People. In this view, Solomon stands as our God, our Heavenly Father, calling us His son, teaching us Truth and Wisdom – Truth, or Christ, Who is the Wisdom of God manifested in the flesh, Who has been made unto us Wisdom.
The Pursuit of Wisdom
In Proverbs 2:1-4, Solomon uses eight verbs that must be present for one to “understand the fear of the LORD, and find the knowledge of God” (Proverbs 2:5). Of course, the foundation of having the ability to exercise these eight verbs is Son-ship to … [Read more...]
The Result of the Pursuit
Beginning in Proverbs 2:5, Solomon gives The Result of the Pursuit found in Proverbs 2:1-4. In those beginning verses, Solomon used eight verbs to reveal to his son the responsibility of the son to comply with his father’s instructions. The reason … [Read more...]
The Reason
“For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.” (Proverbs 2:6) The Reason being "the LORD” is Jehovah, Joshua, or Jesus; Christ is God in the Flesh. Therefore, being God, He is Wisdom. The Apostle Paul … [Read more...]
The Requirement of Preservation
Solomon began Proverbs 2 with the Command of Pursuit that must be done, and will be done, in the life of the wise man. Solomon made use of eight verbs, words of action, that the wise son will do. These eight verbs are a must to have proof of, and to … [Read more...]
The Road of Deliverance: Part A
Solomon proceeds to reveal the two major areas of Preservation of one who has had Wisdom enter into his heart. For when Wisdom enters into the heart of a person: 1) “Knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul” (Proverbs 2:10b); 2) “Discretion shall … [Read more...]
