Dec 14

“….Let thine heart retain my words….” Proverbs 4:4

Solomon was blessed to have parents who instructed him in all aspects of life and wisdom. He was also careful enough to appreciate and respect the things that were imparted to him. It is important that we make efforts to retain, hold onto and grasp the things of God as are taught in His Word. Committing biblical words, concepts and truth to the heart and not merely the head is a primary task, duty and privilege of the believer. In the heart these things are most profitable – there they perform the greatest work, exert the greatest influence and supply the greatest benefit. Memorizing the Word of God is a valuable and healthy practice; it renews the mind and keeps it alert to the values of God. However impressing the meaning, principles and application of the scriptures to the heart, for the purpose of living by them and practicing them, is the ultimate spiritual muscle builder and life generating exercise. Every day should find us in prayer and careful, patient meditation of the God’s Word. It is the necessary food for the soul and sustenance for the spiritual man. Masticating and ingesting this life-giving spiritual substance daily, will help to place it firmly in our heart, and make it part of our will, our choices, our affections and desires.  


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