on Proverbs 3

Proverbs is an amazing work, because not only is it very well-written, but the truths presented are timeless. I'm firmly convinced that the wisdom presented in Proverbs is life-changing and will bring about habits that create successful, God-fearing adults and teenagers in all circumstances.

Here are a few verses for you to meditate on:)
1) Proverbs 3:5-6: Many of use learned this verse as a young child in Sunday school, youth group, and maybe even Vacation Bible School. This verse is so powerful, because of the simplicity of its message. Trust in the Lord. I would encourage you to allow yourself to verbally say every morning, "God, I trust in you." Notice how God will guide you in the great times, calm your heart in the troubled time, and will direct your path to lead an effective/incredible life. God's on your side.

2) 3:9-Honor the Lord with your wealth. This command of wisdom is tough for almost all of us myself included. When God starts creeping into our allowance, checkbook, etc. we may begin to feel the pinch. But, this moment is directing us to a truth that we may have to give up something small (coffee at Starbucks, movie theater ticket, new shoes) so someone may be able to gain something greater: salvation message, ability to feed the hungry, communicate the gospel to an unsaved person, etc. God will be honored regardless, and He is gently encouraging us to allow Him to control our wealth.

3) 3:31-Do not envy a violent man or choose any of his ways. The sad truth is our society is extremely violent from video games, to movies, to real life incidents, we are living in a very violent world. This truth is timeless that the only thing stronger than the violence of sin is the love of God. Pursue peace. Learn to pray for the violence that so afflicts our world today. Vow to rise above the violence, and my prayer is that if you've been affected by violence that you would somehow find it in your heart to forgive.

I would love to hear examples or ideas concerning vs. 3:27, "Do not hold good from those who deserve it, when it is in your power to act."