Apply thine heart unto instruction, and thine ears to the
words of knowledge. (Pro 23:12)
There is a generation that is encouraged with unbridled
expression, outlets of emotions and thoughts without the balanced disciplined inlet
of instruction, which is chastisement, correction and rebuke, that can
eventually lead to lack of self restrain. Wisdom beckons unto this generation
to ‘come’, apply our heart to receive proper instruction, not just to apply instruction
outwardly. Applying our heart, the seat of our source of action is to purpose
and to yield to the One Who alone is wise (Jude 1:25). Outward actions and
speech is the result of heart, in the other words the standards or measurements
determined internally determines our behavior.
What man is he that feareth the LORD? him shall he teach in
the way that he shall choose. (Psa 25:12)
The fear or deep reverence of God, not just for God, is the beginning
of wisdom and knowledge. To fear God is also to walk in humility, love and
serve Him with all our heart and the result is a humble and teachable son (Duet
10:12). There the heart is highlighted for our consideration to remind us that
if our heart is in the right place before God, we live in the place of the
loving and divine requirements of Father God.
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