Daily Devotional
               Betty Miller shares her daily devotionals which are based on the book of Proverbs in the Bible.   

  The Wisdom of God

Verses for the Day:

Proverbs 15:30-33(KJV):
30 The light of the eyes rejoiceth the heart: and a good report maketh the bones fat.
31 The ear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise.
32 He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.
33 The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom; and before honour is humility.

Proverbs 15:30-33(Amp):
30 The light in the eyes (of him whose heart is joyful) rejoices the heart of others, and good news nourishes the bones.
31 The ear that listens to the reproof that leads to or gives life will remain among the wise.
32 He who refuses and ignores instruction and correction despises himself, but he who heeds reproof gets understanding.
33 The reverent and worshipful fear of the Lord brings instruction in Wisdom, and humility comes before honor.

Thoughts for the Day:

The book of Proverbs records many observations dealing with life.  Among those observations, we are told in verse 30 that those who have a rejoicing heart will have light in their eyes.   Another way to say this, would be that a person who has the joy of the Lord in their hearts will have a twinkle in their eyes and will be aglow with the spirit of the Lord. We can tell what is in a person's heart by their countenance as the face most of the time reflects the attitude of the soul. People who are joyful bring joy to others.   Also, the one who brings a good report and shares good news, will also benefit by experiencing a health benefit. When the scriptures talk about making the bones fat or speaks of health in the marrow of the bones, it is referring to a healthy immune system that produces healthy blood.  The Bible also says that the life is in the blood. Therefore, when we keep a joyful and positive attitude it helps to keep us healthy.

Proverbs 3:7-8: "Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil. It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones."

Leviticus 17:11a: "For the life of the flesh is in the blood..."

Verse 31 of Proverbs 15 tells us one of the ways to obtain wisdom is to yield to reproof that comes from the spirit of the Lord.   When we allow the Holy Spirit to show us the areas of our lives that need correction, and we yield to that correction, we will grow in the wisdom of the Lord. A stubborn and rebellious attitude will cost us dearly.  If we are to remain in the company of the wise, we must yield to the advice of the wise.  Verse 32 tells us that the person who refuses and ignores instruction and correction actually despises himself, as he will suffer for it.  On the other hand, the person who heeds reproof will gain understanding.

Verse 33 tells us that those who have a reverent and worshipful fear of the Lord will gain instruction in God's wisdom.  When we approach God with an humble attitude, He will honor us for it.  He will give us His grace and mercy in any situation we may find ourselves.

James 4:6-8: "But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble. Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded."

These verses are about our attitude. When we keep a proper attitude, we will find ourselves receiving God's favor and grace. We will also be a blessing to others as we maintain an attitude of joyfulness.

Prayer for the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,  I am grateful for Your loving kindness toward me.  I do appreciate Your grace and mercy in my life. When I come to You asking for forgiveness of my sins, I can feel Your mighty power cleansing me. I do want You to correct me when I need it, as I do not want to get off of the path of holiness.  Lord, use me to reach out to those around me with the same love You have shown me.  Guide me today in the things that I should do.   Sometimes I feel overwhelmed with so many things to do.  I am trusting You to show me the things that are priority and give me the grace and strength to do them.   May I be an instrument of Your love today.   I ask this in the name of   Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.