Tuesday 22/5/12

Proverbs 22:4 ESV

The reward for humility and fear of the Lord

is riches and honor and life.

The (sinful) world esteems those who act mighty and prideful, those who show their strength and achivements. However, God esteems those who are humble - gentle, meek and think lowly of themselves.

Also the world praises those who are wise in their own eyes and walk their own ways, but God esteems those who fear Him, keep to His way and seek His counsel in their decisions - rather than trusting their own judgement.

The rewards of seeking God's esteem are enduring wealth, honor, and life - an abundant life under God's love and providence.