Proverbs 11 gives us a number of promises for the righteous.
Verse 6 - He delivers us from the pitfalls of sin. Sinning is a dangerous way of life. Sin brings much trouble on us. How many a person has lost a position, work, status and honor due to the pitfalls of sin?
Sin is a destructive force. It may seem good for a time, but the end result is harm. Verse 8 continues with the same idea. It delivers us from trouble. Yes, the righteous can have trouble, but they didn't bring it on themselves. While the unrighteous bring trouble on themselves.
Verse 10,11 says that a city is blessed by the righteous because they obey the laws and bear the fruit of the Spirit which is a blessing to the city or nation. (Proverbs 14:34)
Verse 18 says that the righteous reaps a sure reward. It is a sure reward in two different ways. One they have reward of eternal life. (v.19; Proverbs 14:32) The other sure reward is that they have been blessed and prospered by doing what is good and right. While the evil or sinful person will cheat, lie and steal to get ahead, and in the end he will be caught and brought to justice due to his ungodly acts. He will often lose that which he obtained by unlawful means. Also, the person will usually lose the confidence of others and in the end take a financial hit.
In Proverbs 14:11, it says that their homes will be blessed. Their homes will be blessed with joy, peace and a clear conscience.
In Proverbs 15:29, says that God is attentive to the prayers of the righteous. Their prayers are more powerful according to James 5:16.
Psalms 37:18-19, says that the righteous will be cared for by God when troubles come. Even when others are struggling greatly due to the political, social and economical problems, God will care for the righteous.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
No comments:
Post a Comment