An Idea Borrowed

Years ago on a radio program someone shared that they read a chapter in Proverbs every day. Since there are 31 chapters and the longest month has 31 days it allows you to read through Proverbs on a regular basis. I use it as the launch pad for my personal worship time and branch out from there. On this blog I will try to share some of the insights I have in the Word. I will try to organize them in the archive by reference.

Monday, August 3, 2026

Divine Side-Kick

(Pro 3:26 KJV)  For the LORD shall be thy confidence, and shall keep thy foot from being taken.

If you look at this in the NASB “confidence” (3689) has a marginal note that says “or at your side”.  As I look at the different translations I have available I see a number of wordings that have this idea that we have confidence because of the close presence of the Lord.  Although it shows a lot of immaturity, think of the young boy yelling back at the bully when his father is right behind him.  That presence changes your attitude.

We need to develop that awareness or concept.  The previous verse talks about fear.  The idea is not that we become fearless and start doing stupid things but that we have a confidence to face the trials of life without turning to jelly.

So?  Keep reminding yourself that God is with you.  I find that a regular morning time of renewing that focus makes all the difference in the world.  

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