Proverbs 4:11-13 – “I have taught you in the way of wisdom; I have led you in right paths. 12 When you walk, your steps will not be hindered, and when you run, you will not stumble.  13 Take firm hold of instruction, do not let go; Keep her, for she is your life.”  NKJV

I love the Book of Proverbs and the nuggets of helpful wisdom provided within its pages.  Here in Chapter Four, we find an incredible tidbit of advice that opens the door to a life of Victory in Jesus! 

Consider what we are told:

• We have been taught the way of wisdom.
• We have been led in the right paths.
• Therefore, when we walk, our steps will not be hindered.
• And, when we run, we will not stumble.
• Therefore, make it your prime objective to take a firm hold on instruction and realize that in God’s instruction is Life.

We have the Word of God, penned by the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, spanning centuries and lasting for eternity.  Within the pages of the Holy Book are the answers to life’s most challenging and simple problems. When coupled with a relationship with the true author and shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Spirit, it is a guidebook for life.

We know the right paths or Path – – JESUS!  He is the way, the truth, and the life.  He is the Door.  He is our access to the Father.  He is the narrow way that leads to life and that eternal.  We know through the wisdom we have been taught and the work of the Holy Spirit as He is made real in our hearts.

As we enter into a relationship with Jesus through the Holy Spirit and allow the Bible to be our “sourcebook of life and living,” we find that our steps are not hindered.  As the Bible declares, we will hear that still small voice saying, “This is the way walk in it.”  

If God is for us, who can be against us, or as I like to say, what difference does it make who is against us?  We will be able to run this race with no fear of stumbling or being tripped up.  We will not be like a boat on the waters tossed about by the waves and the wind.  We will be Rock Solid in Jesus!

God’s Word is not just an essential part of our daily lives. It is a vital part.   It is essential.  I hope that if you are not currently making it a daily part, you will begin to do so immediately.  Take a few minutes each day to allow the Word of God to speak to your heart, impart God’s wisdom, and equip you for the journey.

May the Lord be with you as you go through your day!