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The book of Proverbs is a collection of short sayings in the Old Testament meant to instill wisdom <\/em><\/strong>in God\u2019s people. As we read, it is important to remember that a proverb is a statement which is generally<\/em> true in principle, not a universally <\/em>true promise. Let\u2019s dig into the Word together and allow the Lord to shape our hearts, our minds, and our lives in his wisdom over the next month!<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the various topics that chapter 19 addresses is that of the benefits of wisdom and of fearing the LORD. Verse 8 states that \u201cWhoever gets sense loves his own soul; he who keeps understanding will discover good.\u201d We know from the beginning of the book of Proverbs that any and all true sense, wisdom, knowledge, or understanding is rooted in the fear of the LORD (Prov. 1:7), and in verse 23 we see the \u201cThe fear of the LORD leads to life, and whoever has it rests satisfied; he will not be visited by harm.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is incredibly important as we think about pursuing the wisdom of God, seeking to live in ways that are wise and honoring to Him, to remember that there is great reward in doing so! In seeking God and His wisdom, we are seeking our own good, and we can rest assured that the life He gives to those who fear Him is the only true life that exists (see John 10:10)!<\/p>\n\n\n\n