Proverbs 6 Wise Principles

As we read these chapters in Proverbs, we must first stop and realize these are wise sayings from the Lord but He has also given men the right to make choices. Some make wise choices and others do not. The NET notes gives us an explanation to recall and apply here:

“A proverb is a literary device whereby a general truth is brought to bear on a specific situation. Many of the proverbs are not absolute guarantees for they express truths that are necessarily conditioned by prevailing circumstances.” 

That means there is a general truth but they are not absolutes as this the NET Bible author notes. We feel the pain of those parents that face unruly children no matter how much disciplinary actions are given. It is with great sadness when a parent faces these decisions but we must remember that each person since time began is given the right to make choices. Some will choose wisely and others choose foolishly. That is the purpose of this verse: to show us the blessings and consequences for the choices we make.

If you are a parent of a child/children that continually bring shame to you,remember that choices are given so that men may realize that each choice is a blessing or a consequence. Keep your eyes on the Lord in times that are challenging and keep praying for these children. God honors the prayers of the righteous and if you are in that category, God hears and He will respond.