Daily Prayer
The Word:
Proverbs 28:1 (HCSB) 1 The wicked flee when no one is pursuing ?them?, but the righteous are as bold as a lion.
My observation:
This chapter and the next we will see the writer of the Proverbs making contrast. In these two chapters many subject are covered. The subject in today’s focal verse is the contrast between the wicked and the righteous.
One of the characteristics of the wicked is that they have a guilty conscience. Their knowledge of wrong doing causes them to run even from an imaginary law enforcement officer.
The contrast to the wicked is introduced by the word “but”. Whereas a guilty conscious will make you fearful, the righteous are described as bold as a lion. There is power in being, what the Amplified Bible describes as “Uncompromisingly righteous”.
The righteous possess a self-confidence that comes from knowing the Lord. When you truly know the Lord, you will learn that it is better to trust in the promises of God than in what the world has to offer you.
Proverbs 14:26 (HCSB) 26 In the fear of the Lord one has strong confidence and his children have a refuge.
My inspiration:
Psalm 27:1 (HCSB) 1 The Lord is my light and my salvation— whom should I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life— of whom should I be afraid?
My prayer:
Our Father in heaven, my dear Father, I am so grateful that there is a God in heaven who cares for and watches over his children.
Father, I thank you that because of your loving care and provisions I have a refuge that gives me great confidence.
Father God, oh what joy, peace, and security I have found in living for Jesus.
My song:
Living for Jesus, Oh, What Peace (Click on link below for lyrics and midi):