Proverbs 6 - Hate What God Hates

 

Proverbs 6 – Hate What God Hates

 

Surety is a loan. In Solomon’s day, a cosigner could lose all he had and be forced into slavery if both he and the borrower were unable to pay the debt. There is nothing wrong with being generous, but Solomon warns against entering into agreements that cannot be kept.

 

Laziness is in opposition of wisdom. Even an ant treats work as necessary for survival and does not need external motivation to work hard. Rest is good, but excuses not to work can lead to disastrous consequences.

 

The formula six things the Lord hates, yes seven, suggests that the list is never-ending. The point is to illustrate the behavior that displeases God.

 

Wicked works will trap you but so will reckless words. You must be careful when you make promises. If you do not learn to say no, you will end up in bondage, and the price will be very high. Better to humble yourself and get free than to let your pride rule you.

 

Learn from the world of nature. The ant makes good use of opportunities to prepare for the future, but the sluggard is aimless and lazy and ends up in poverty.

 

Watch out for the wicked man and the evil woman. Hate what God hates and love what God loves and you will enjoy what God enjoys.            `

 

 

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