Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. (Psa 119:105)
Wisdom is to receive the commandments of God as a lamp and the reproofs of instruction are the way of life (Prov 6:23). Let us not be slack concerning the Word of God which brings to us faith (Rom 10:17), growth and life (1 Pet 2:2). True Wisdom is the Word of God, any second hand presentation is but an interpretation; taking the Word from another man is liken to hearing how wonderful a particular meal is without tasting it firsthand. It is good to be taught, preached, but it is more noble to search out the matter for ourselves (Prov 25:2, Acts 17:11).
Give us this day our daily bread. (Mat 6:11)
The picture provided for us by the Psalmist is the need for each one to carry his or her lamp in order not to stumble in darkness. The lamp provides sufficient light for subsequent steps, we may not yet see the end of our journey. Each day passes and another comes, we continue our journey with our personal lamp filled and lighted. We cannot depend on others to light our path, God has given us the privilege access to His Word daily, not only that but the Word Himself will be nigh to us when we conscientiously walk the walk of faith.
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