Proverbs For Youth To Ponder

Solomon is the primary author of the Book of Proverbs. This book is categorized in the wisdom literature of the Old Testament. This time of the year thousands of young people are graduating and making plans and decisions that will affect them the rest of their lives. They should take heed to divine wisdom by considering the following proverbs:

"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction" Proverbs 1:7. To fear the Lord is to respect Him and His word. Young people should start early putting the Lord first and respecting His way.

"...if sinners entice thee, consent thou not" Proverbs 1:10. This will happen. You will be enticed. Plan and prepare ahead to take a stand against sin.

"Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life" Proverbs 4:23. What is on the inside eventually comes out.

"...the way of transgressors is hard" Proverbs 13:15. Nobody gets away with sin. We reap what we sow in this life and eternally.

"Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall" Proverbs 16:18. Endeavor to keep a humble spirit.

"Death and life are in the power of the tongue" Proverbs 18:21. Think before you speak.

"A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches" Proverbs 22:1. A good reputation is earned and can be easily lost.

"Be not among winebibbers" Proverbs 23:20. Never take the first drink.

"Buy the truth and sell it not" Proverbs 23:23. Never compromise God's truth.

We wish our graduates the best and pray God's richest blessings upon them.

RK