Wisdom 1: The Key to Life
March 10, 2015
Love justice . . . seek the Lord with integrity of heart . . .
Perverse counsels separate a man from God . . .
The holy spirit of discipline flees deceit and withdraws from senseless counsels . . .
When injustice occurs it is rebuked . . .
God is the witness of the inmost self and the sure observer of the heart . . .
The spirit of the Lord fills the world, is all-embracing, and knows what each one says.
No one who utters wicked things can go unnoticed . . .
A jealous ear hearkens to everything . . .
Discordant grumblings are no secret . . .
Guard against profitless grumbling, and from calumny withhold your tongues . . .
A stealthy utterance does not go unpunished . . .
A lying mouth slays the soul . . .
Justice is undying.
God says: These words of wisdom are sent to you through my servant who recorded these thoughts for you centuries ago. They are ancient words yet they hold modern meaning. In this season of Lent as you anticipate the miracle of Easter, open your arms, widen your horizon, unbend your stiff neck and renew your heart. Separation from me does not occur like a thunder clap or an explosion; rather, it begins by tiny steps away from me, away from the light that breaks through all darkness and calls forth all healing. If you wish to hold the keys to life, remain in me as I remain in you. I will give you rest and mercy and peace.
Use the scripture link to explore different versions of these verses, and allow them to reveal the wisdom of God’s words.
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