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5. To experience refreshing rest. “When you lie down, you will not be afraid; yes, you will lie down and your sleep will be sweet” (Proverbs 3:24). 6. To gain con?dence. “For the LORD will be your con?dence, and will keep your foot from being caught” (Proverbs 3:26). 7. To know security. “Do not forsake her, and she will preserve you; love her, and she will keep you…when you walk, your steps will not be hindered, and when you run, you will not stumble” (Proverbs 4:6,12). 8. To be promoted. “Exalt her, and she will promote you; she will bring you honor, when you embrace her” (Proverbs 4:8). 9. To be protected. “When wisdom enters your heart, and knowledge is pleasant to your soul, discretion will preserve you; understanding will keep you, to deliver you from the way of evil, from the man who speaks perverse things” (Proverbs 2:10-12). 10. To gain understanding. “A wise man will hear and increase learning, and a man of understanding will attain wise counsel” (Proverbs 1:5).
Seek the Counsel of God
It’s important to always seek out God’s counsel before you seek anyone else’s. I don’t mean that you can’t take advice from your unbelieving doctor or lawyer. I’m saying that before you go to them, ask God who you are to go to and then ask Him to give that person wisdom and knowledge to impart to you. Ask God to show you if you are receiving any advice or guidance from a source that is not of the Lord. Ask Him to lead you away from any ungodly counsel and onto the path of the righteous and wise.