Proverbs 2: The Development of Character
By Dr. Michael Mock - Posted at Place for Truth: For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding. - Proverbs 2:6 I wonder what you’d do if I told you that there was a way for you to be a godly man, husband, woman, wife, parent, child, boss, or employee, in whatever season and condition you’d find yourself in. Would you jump at the opportunity to know the way? Would you take the course? Would you listen to the podcast? Would you read the book? Would you set aside anything to get this wisdom and understanding? A person’s character is foundational for all his or her living and interacting before the face of God, in every relationship, and in any season or situation. One would think, therefore, that developing this character would be a top priority. The Lord certainly thinks so, and has revealed so. Will we listen? Will we grow? The Search (vv. 1-5) After laying the foundation for character and calling everyone to walk along the paths of wisdom (Proverbs 1), Solo...
