S) "12 There is a way which seems right to a man,
But its end is the way of death."
Proverbs 14:12 (NASB)
*because there are already entries for each of these chapters, I also read Proverbs 14
*because there are already entries for each of these chapters, I also read Proverbs 14
O) This is a very succinct reminder of the limitations of man. Our scope is impossibly small. We do not have the capacity to choose the way of life on our own. We can analyze all the information we can perceive, but both our powers of perception and our powers of analysis are hindered by the finite level of knowledge we possess. Ultimately, it is only the ways of God that lead to life, and those will only ever be known by Him, and through Him. Without His intervention, all of our best efforts are futile.
A) Sola gratia is the Latin term meaning "grace alone" that was defined during the Protestant reformation. On my own, I was never going to find myself on the path of righteousness, leading to life eternal. It was only going to happen through grace, starting with God's revelation of Himself by the Holy Spirit drawing me to Him. I know this very well. Even so, I struggle with making many decisions in my life without praying first. I rely too much on my skills and knowledge alone. Certainly God has given me wisdom, and being in His Word everyday gives me a lot of godly direction. Still, I cannot undervalue the guidance o could be receiving by more consistently praying for His direction.
A) Sola gratia is the Latin term meaning "grace alone" that was defined during the Protestant reformation. On my own, I was never going to find myself on the path of righteousness, leading to life eternal. It was only going to happen through grace, starting with God's revelation of Himself by the Holy Spirit drawing me to Him. I know this very well. Even so, I struggle with making many decisions in my life without praying first. I rely too much on my skills and knowledge alone. Certainly God has given me wisdom, and being in His Word everyday gives me a lot of godly direction. Still, I cannot undervalue the guidance o could be receiving by more consistently praying for His direction.
P) Father, Your wisdom cannot be overstated. Your Way is life itself. Thank You for the grace of Your revelation to me. Without knowing You, I would never have known life. Don't let me take that for granted. Even knowing life, I can still make choices that are death-pointed. I want to honor You with my choices. So, draw me into consistent prayer to seek Your will. Have Your way with me. In Jesus's name I pray, amen.
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