Reading
SAA Notes
These proverbs come in paragraphs, not in single verses. Verses 7-9 are often quoted. They give a realistic if pessimistic view of human nature, of the limits of a Christian’s morality or actual spirituality.
SJA Notes
* Heavenly Father, You are seated above in Your throne room, the heavenly hosts surrounding Your throne and praising Your Name. Thank You for teaching us today from Your word.
“Every word of God proves true; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him.”
Here we are confronted with the hard (and deep) truth that every word of God PROVES true.
Not just that it _is_ true, which is the case, but that it PROVES true.
God’s word is rock solid.
We don’t need to worry that it is frail or that some of its foundations are wobbly.
We don’t need to fret about defending any perceptions of weakness or limits.
Because God’s word PROVES itself true, as the truth.
This is a strong and wonderful hope to rest in, and to wrestle with.
We read in 2 Corinthians 1,
“For all the promises of God find their Yes in him.” [Jesus]
As God’s word become flesh, Jesus is where all God’s promises (found in His word) find their agreement, their acceptance, their YES!
Jesus proved Himself true in His life here, His death of the cross, His resurrection on the third day, His ascension into heaven, and He continues to prove Himself true as He intercedes for us at the Father’s side.
What a God we have, to give to us His word is this way!
Hallelujah, what a Saviour!
* God Above,
Thank You for Jesus, You in the Person of the Son, who shows us the depth of Your word proving itself true.
Thank You for continuing to keep Your promises to us.
Thank You Lord!
Amen.