Book of Proverbs 25-27
Proverbs Chapter 25: This speaks to our pursuit of God’s mysteries in the spiritual world, but perhaps even more so to God’s mysteries in the material world. When men and women seek out scientific knowledge, trying to understand the mystery and brilliance of what God has concealed in His creation, they express an aspect of the glory of humanity, even the glory of kings. Therefore, we say to the scientist, search on, and do so with all your strength.
The king’s decisions are beyond the knowledge of the people…many things cannot be made known, being ‘unsearchable’ because, perhaps, of his superior wisdom, his caprice, or the necessity of maintaining confidentiality.”
We should always avoid self-exaltation. Even as we should humble ourselves in the sight of the Lord, we should also humble ourselves before others. When a man or a woman properly humbles themselves before God and kings, they may be invited to a higher place. This is much better than arrogantly setting ourselves high and then being put lower in the presence of God.
Sometimes the court of law is necessary, but we should never go hastily to court. If it is possible to resolve a dispute any other way, we should do it that other way. Solomon’s wise advice is to settle it out of court. If you can debate your case outside the court, do it there.
There is something special and powerful about a word fitly spoken. The right word at the right time has power to heal and strengthen, to guide and rescue.
There are some who give nothing but want to be known as people who give; others give small gifts and want to be known as those who give great gifts. They want the reputation of generosity without actually being generous.
There are many who have so little self-control that it can be said that they have no rule over their own spirit. The world, the flesh, or the devil rule over such people, and not the spirit of self-control that is part of the fruit of the Spirit
Proverbs Chapter 26: Beginning of this chapter Solomon spoke about fools, Honor is not fitting for a fool: Honor for the fool is also out of place – and can lead to disaster.
Solomon described birds that fly without taking rest on a branch or a surface. So a curse without cause shall not alight: In the same way that a bird will fly without landing, so a curse that someone makes without proper cause before God will not alight. If someone pronounces a curse it does not have magical properties; there must be cause before God for it to have any power.
When a fool pours forth his foolishness, it is often right to not answer them. Sometimes contending with a fool can make one just like the fool. One should not descend to his level of thought. To get into an argument with a fool like that would only make one look like a fool as well Sometimes a wise answer to a fool will expose his folly and prevent him from becoming wise in his own eyes. One should never expect a good result from sending a message by the hand of a fool. It is like harming one’s self.
Solomon teaches about laziness and making of excuses he says The lazy man will create any excuse to avoid work. The lazy man shows creative talent and a form of work, but it is dedicated to the effort of avoiding work.
As a door turns on its hinges: The only way a door can turn is on its hinges. The only turning the lazy man does is on his bed. The lazy man may lack energy and initiative, but he doesn’t lack a high opinion of himself. He considers himself smarter than seven men who can answer sensibly. The lazy man has great confidence in his own abilities but never seems to accomplish much.
The danger of the practical joker: Solomon painted the picture of a fierce warrior with many weapons, spreading destruction everywhere. The man who plays tricks on others, deceiving them, and covering it by saying, “I was only joking!” is a danger to others – and a very unwelcome companion.
