James was writing for me when he said "If any man lacks wisdom, let him ask of God..." (James 1:5). I'm far from wise but I have the privilege of reading a short book written by the wisest man that ever lived. It's the book of Proverbs.
Through my short life I've exercised a pattern every few months of starting each day with a chapter from the Proverbs. It's always perfect for the 31-day months because, wouldn't you know it, there are 31 chapters in Proverbs. By starting each day during the month with a chapter, I seek to push the wisdom of this world out of my mind and ingest the wisdom of the word of God espoused through Solomon's writings. I'd challenge you to try it this month. You may just be surprised at how you are suddenly more capable of dealing with situations in the workplace, family & life that come your way. Trust me, it's not that I've suddenly figured it out. It's just a matter of praying James 1:5 and then reading. You will find that the Proverbs challenge thoughts, activities and ethics when read with an open heart to receive.
Proverbs 1:7 is the key of all the Proverbs. Here it is from the Amplified Bible:
"The reverent and worshipful fear of the Lord is the beginning and the principal and choice part of knowledge [it's starting point and its essence]; but fools despise skillful and godly Wisdom, instruction, and discipline."
Today's words for the Journey:
Start & live each day with a reverent & worshipful fear of the Lord.
