The verses that were especially meaningful to me in my reading this morning are listed below. Some are better understood in the context in which they were written, so the main verses are italicized and the context is plain text. The first two passages speak of wisdom for living. The third passage could well be a prophecy of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
“1 Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. 2 But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night. ” Psalm 1:1-2, NIV
“1 The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel: 2 for attaining wisdom and discipline; for understanding words of insight; 3 for acquiring a disciplined and prudent life, doing what is right and just and fair; 4 for giving prudence to the simple, knowledge and discretion to the young– 5 let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance– 6 for understanding proverbs and parables, the sayings and riddles of the wise.
7 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.” Proverb 1:1-7 (NIV)
“5 In love a throne will be established; in faithfulness a man will sit on it– one from the house of David– one who in judging seeks justice and speeds the cause of righteousness.” Isaiah 16:5, (NIV)
Father, as I delight in You, your love, and your law, I thankYou and praise you that Jesus is my Savior and will soon reign over the entire earth. Thank You for forgiving my sins and giving me faith to trust in Jesus as the only one who could substitute his death and resurrection for me and pay the penalty for sin for me so I can live for eternity with you.
Make me faithful to share this good news with others. Amen.