Hobart Herd Devotional – Proverbs 3 – 4-3-20
I hope you are reading the whole chapter and not just the notes from my devotions. There are to many jewels of wisdom in each chapter to cover in just a paragraph or two. This chapter is maybe my favorite in the whole book. My mother’s life verses come from this chapter, and she gave me a special love for vs. 5-8. Proverbs 3:5-8, 5 “Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. 6 In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make straight your paths. 7 Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD, and turn away from evil. 8 It will be healing to your flesh and refreshment to your bones.”(ESV)
There is an added principle to the seeking of wisdom from the Lord. The principle is that of trusting with our whole heart. I find myself wanting the Lord’s wisdom for all my needs but wanting His ways to be seen and proven before trusting my whole heart to Him and His plan. I like to lean on my own experience and understanding and sprinkle in a bit of God’s Word and guidance from His Spirit. I don’t mind acknowledging Him as the One Who backs my success, but I really love recognition. I fail to remember that God does not share His glory but deserves all glory and honor for everything.
It takes humble faith and trust to admit that I am totally dependent on Him for the wisdom, strength and provision to do His will. I need to fear and reverence the Lord so that His Spirit can turn my heart away from evil and bring the healing and refreshment my old bones and body need. So many times I find myself tired and weary of this life. I must learn to trust Him with all my heart!
Father, I recognize my need to completely trust in You, Your ways, Your plan for my life. I need Your Spirit to turn my eyes from evil and look to You alone for my strength and provision. I ask forgiveness for the many times I have looked to my own wisdom and experience, seeking glory for myself instead of bringing all the glory and honor to You. Help me to learn to always acknowledge You and marvel in how You make my paths straight. I trust You today for all my needs of wisdom, provision and strength in serving You. In Jesus Name, AMEN. Pastor Rob