Job 28:28 And unto man he said, Behold, the fear of
the Lord, that is wisdom; and to depart from evil is understanding.
The self-help industry is a huge business in our nation.
Billions of dollars are spent to buy the latest and greatest book on whatever
issue one might encounter. Some of these resources have merit and are useful
tools for navigating through the difficulties of life. Others are not worth the
paper on which they were printed! We all have a responsibility exercise
diligence with such. Whatever assistance such resources might offer, we must
remember that they will never offer perfect counsel. One must eat the
watermelon and spit out the seeds.
But there is one guide that we can trust fully. That is the word
of God. The King of Kings has provided the ultimate authority on how we should
conduct ourselves as His people. Some will argue that the Bible does not
specifically address every issue that one might confront. This is true, but God
had provided guidelines that indeed apply to every issue that one might
encounter in this world.
Job teaches that true wisdom starts with fearing the Lord. The
world as a whole is systematically trying to eradicate God from every avenue of
life. We observe this in many civic and educational institutions. This has been
going on for many years now! In light of Job’s proclamation is there any wonder
that our society is so ‘dumbed down’ today. We have neglected the fountainhead
of wisdom.
He also exclaims that understanding is demonstrated by a
departure from evil. This is indeed a timeless truth. One of the catalysts of
the downfall of all great nations is the cultural move towards and endorsement
of gross immorality. Unfortunately, this appears to be the current trend in our
own great nation.
But this does not have to be so! If we would simply return to
God’s instruction book, The Bible, we would find the solution to the problems
that plague our current way of life. Paul emphasized the blessings of the word
of God to Timothy:
2 Timothy 3:16-17 All scripture is given by inspiration of
God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for
instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly
furnished unto all good works.
Most homes have easy access to God’s word, yet how often is it
neglected? It is complete. It is inerrant. Lord help us to dig out the truths
of Scripture such as the ones exalted by Job. It was a comfort to him in the
midst of great difficulty. I am certain that it will benefit us also!
Blessings,
Michael D. Green, Jr.
Fort Wayne Primitive Baptist Church
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