Is there really a step-by-step guide to live life, or do we just make it up as we go? Well as a Christian I believe that the Bible is my guide to make it through this life. The Bible is a large collection of books but there is one book that has very helpful advice for living life. I enjoy reading the book of proverbs because it helps me stay on the correct path in life. Here are 3 life lessons I have learned from Proverbs chapter 1.
I must honor my father and mother
I have learned that I must respect and honor my mother and father. This is not only true as a child but it applies to my time as an adult as well. I must obey my parents as a child but now as an adult I am able to make my own decisions in my own life but it is important to still consider the opinion of a parent since they are more experienced in life. I believe that honoring your parents also means that I must be there for them in their old age.
“My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother: For they shall be an ornament of grace unto thy head, and chains about thy neck.” – Proverbs 1:8-9 (King James Version)
I must stay away from bad influences
I have learned that it is important to choose friends wisely. The people you surround yourself with will eventually influence you in some way and the bad influences will usually win. I have tried to change people before but I have learned that only God can change them. I have learned that I should surround myself with people who want to do the correct things in life and who want to obey God. Bad influences are a trap and lead to destruction.
“My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not.” – Proverbs 1:10 (King James Version)
Bad influences are like a spider web, and you don’t want to get caught in one.
I must seek wisdom
I have learned that I must seek wisdom before making any decision. I believe that wisdom comes from the word of God. I want to obey God and avoid avoidable mistakes. I trust that God’s way is always the best way. Following the wisdom in the Bible will keep you from ruining your life.
“A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:” – Proverbs 1:5 (King James Version)
Some extra thoughts
I hope that you will read the entire chapter, you can listen to Proverbs chapter 1 here.
If you like this post you can read my series on life lessons from the book of Proverbs here.
What life lessons have you learned from this chapter? Leave your comments below.
Bible verse source: All the Bible verses are from the King James Version from Bible Gateway and are in the public domain.
Jazmin Ruiz 