Proverbs 3:1-4
a) v.1. We are to remember what we are taught.
i) Deuteronomy 6:6. Let the Words be on our hearts.
ii) Deuteronomy 8:1. Through Application to our lives.
iii) Deuteronomy 30:17. Heart condition and Hearing are related.
iv) Psalm 119:11. When we have God's word in our hearts, we will not sin.
b) v.2. The teaching will give us a life that is longer, happier and more peaceful.
i) Proverbs 4:10. Receiving the Words enhances the years of our lives.
ii) Psalm 91:16. Satisfied with the length of days and Salvation.
iii) Ephesians 6:1-3. Receiving the Words brings well being for us and a good life.
iv) Psalm 119:165. Those who love the Word of God will have great peace.
c) v.3. Receiving Teaching makes us a nicer person:- loving, loyal, and true.
i) Proverbs 16:6. We should live with:-
A - Mercy.
B - Truth.
C - The Fear of the Lord.
ii) Psalm 25:10. All of our paths will be Mercy and Truth
iii) Malachi 2:6. When we receive the Teaching we have :-
A - Peace
B - Uprightness
C - An effective ministry
iv) Hebrews 10:16. We become New Covenant People.
d) Receiving teaching makes us wise to please God and bless other people, too.
i) Genesis 39:2-4. Like Joseph
ii) 1 Samuel 2:26. Like Samuel
iii) Luke 2:52 Like Jesus
iv) Acts 2:42 & 47. Like New Testament Church.
(The QT clearly shows me the Benefits of Receiving Bible Teaching.)
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Chris
Truth we receive can effectively work in our lives, we need to purpose in our hearts to live as receivers of God's truth.
(Typed by Priscilla)
