Proverbs 3:23
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Then shalt thou walk in thy way safely, and thy foot shall not stumble.
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A carefree and smooth life is possible! You can be secure from trouble and move through life without falling into problems. Solomon had observed such lives, and God inspired him to write about them. The conditions are in the context - do not forget wisdom and understanding; keep sound wisdom and discretion (3:19-22). Here is the value of wisdom: it will help you live your life without all the pain and trouble of others.
One of the great encouragements to learn wisdom is to consider its benefits. Look at the preceding list of benefits (3:13-18)! And this proverb is in the middle of another list (3:19-26)! Wisdom can both adorn and protect you (3:22-23; 2:11; 4:6; 11:16; 22:11).
Where is wisdom found? It is found in the inspired words of the Bible and the religion of Jesus Christ. It is not found anywhere else. The Bible is able to make you wise in ways that the world cannot grasp, and you will be saved from their troubles (Ps 19:7-11). The word of God is a divine light and lamp for the paths and choices of life (Ps 119:105).
The financial and professional wisdom of Proverbs can keep you from discrimination (17:2; 27:18), foolish pleasures (21:17,20), get-rich-quick schemes (14:23; 28:19), risk (6:1-5; 22:26-27), sleep (20:13), sloth (6:6-11; 12:24), and waste (13:23; 18:9). The rules for success in business or employment are throughout the book. Those who take heed to the instruction will walk safely and not trip economically. The choice is yours, reader.
The marital wisdom of Proverbs warns you about odious women, who destroy men (12:4; 19:13; 21:9,19; 30:21-23). Instead of her, you are shown the virtuous woman, who will enhance your entire life (5:15-19; 11:16; 12:4; 19:14; 31:10-31). And you are graphically warned about strange women and their traps (5:1-23; 6:23-35; 7:1-27; 22:14; 23:26-28).
The family wisdom of Proverbs teaches you the nature of children and the necessity of their training (17:25; 22:6; 29:17). Though the world may be confused, there are methods to correct and discipline children that work (19:18; 22:15; 23:13-14; 29:15).
The book deals with authority (15:1; 25:15), abuse of wine (23:29-35), savings (30:25), the folly of modern welfare (20:4), the importance of reputation (22:1), the nature of true friends (17:17), treatment of fools (26:1-5), treatment of scorners (9:7-9), etc., etc.
Dysfunction and misery are common in the world. Your safety is in Bible Christianity, which will save you from their fears and troubles and prosper you (Ps 1:1-6; 34:11-16).
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