The "words of wisdom" series tonight Pastor Josh did finish
That we each build strong foundations is God’s stated wish
Step-by-step is the way such foundations we must build
Asahel ran too fast and as a result with a spear was killed
We need a foundation so that when our platform arrives
We are prepared for the challenge and can impact lives
We should not despise discipline, per Proverbs three eleven
For discipline is only for those loved by our Father in heaven
The verse mentions “reprove”, which is a gentle correction
Also “loves” and “delights” which imply a family connection
Proverbs twelve five says His discipline not to regard lightly
Nor to feel weary or condemned and thus behave contritely
Josh drew a line from ‘fear of the Lord’ to 'love of the Lord’
Too extreme towards fear leads to legalism from the Word
Going too far towards love leads to YOLO in not a good way
Rather, balance gets us peace and righteousness every day
Hebrews twelve eleven says that discipline seems painful
But it yields the fruit of righteousness, far from disdainful
We must put in effort to follow our calling good works to do
And ensure our character is ready as opportunities accrue
Josh again highlighted four steps to help us on life’s wisdom trip
To pray, meditate on the Word, preach, and engage in fellowship
Referring to First Thessalonians five sixteen and Romans eight
Second Timothy three and First Thessalonians five add weight
We should preach to ourselves and others every day and night
Encouraging others especially when a bad mood we must fight
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