JANUARY 2 - Wisdom’s Call in a Loud World
3-Year-Bible Reading: Proverbs 1:8–33; Psalm 2
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“Hear, my son, your father’s instruction, and forsake not your mother’s teaching, for they are a graceful garland for your head and pendants for your neck.” — Proverbs 1:8–9
“If you turn at my reproof, behold, I will pour out my spirit to you; I will make my words known to you.” — Proverbs 1:23
“Serve the Lord with fear, and rejoice with trembling.” — Psalm 2:11
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Everyone’s talking. Your friends, your feed, influencers, artists, even your own thoughts—telling you who to be, what to chase, and how to live. It’s loud out there. But in the middle of all that noise, God’s voice is calling out through wisdom. The book of Proverbs 1 opens like a parent’s heartfelt conversation—“Please, listen.” It’s not just about rules—it’s about protection and peace. Wisdom is like a GPS that helps you avoid crashes you don’t even see coming. Then in Psalm 2, we’re reminded who’s actually in control of all the noise: God. He’s not panicked by the chaos. He invites us to serve Him with reverence and real joy.
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THINK ABOUT IT
1. What Voices Are You Following? Who influences your choices the most—God’s wisdom or popular opinion? Proverbs says godly wisdom will adorn your life like a crown.
2. God Warns Because He Cares: Wisdom isn’t just about sounding smart—it’s about steering clear of regret. When God corrects you, it’s a rescue, not a rejection.
3. Fear and Joy Go Together: Psalm 2:11 sounds strange at first—rejoice with trembling? But it’s the kind of respect that leads to real peace. When you know how powerful God is, you also realize how safe you are when you're close to Him.
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BOTTOM LINE
God’s wisdom cuts through the noise and leads you into the life you were created for.
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PRAYER
Heavenly Father, help me recognize Your voice above all the others. Teach me to love wisdom, even when it challenges me. Give me courage to follow You when the world pulls in every other direction. Thank You for calling me to something greater. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
