Passage
Proverbs 23:1-18 (ESV)
Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch
Acts 8:26-40
Key Verse: 8:35
Be Zealous for the Fear of the Lord
Date: Jun. 9, 2017
Daily Bread
Key Verse: 23:17
1. God is the defender of the fatherless (1-12)
Don't be a slave to food or drink. The invitation of governors as well as those of stingy people are deceptive and come from double motives (1-3,6-8). We should not put our hope in being rich, for riches fly off like an eagle. We should not speak to a fool, for they will not appreciate our wisdom. God forbids us from taking advantage of the fatherless, for he is their defender. We should keep applying our heart to God's instruction and our ears to words of knowledge.
2. Discipline from a child (13-18)
It is not easy to discipline our beloved ones. But we should discipline them from childhood to save their souls. They will grow and give joy to their parents. We should not envy sinners. When we are zealous for the fear of the Lord, we will surely have a future hope and our hope will not be cut off.
Prayer: Lord, thank you for disciplining us as your own children. Let us live according to your wise teachings.
One Word: Fear the Lord
