Proverbs Book #30C (Commentary only)
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Proverbs Book #30C (Commentary only)
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Matthew Henry Concise Commentary - Chapter 30
Verses 1-6 Agur speaks of himself as wanting a righteousness,
and having done very foolishly. And it becomes us all to have
low thoughts of ourselves. He speaks of himself as wanting
revelation to guide him in the ways of truth and wisdom.
The more enlightened people are, the more they lament their
ignorance; the more they pray for clearer, still clearer discoveries
of God, and his rich grace in Christ Jesus.
In verse 4 , there is a prophetic notice of Him who came
down from heaven to be our Instructor and Saviour, and then
ascended into heaven to be our Advocate. The Messiah is
here spoken of as a Person distinct from the Father, but his
name as yet secret.
The great Redeemer, in the glories of his providence and grace,
cannot be found out to perfection. Had it not been for Christ, the
foundations of the earth had sunk under the load of the curse
upon the ground, for man's sin.
Who, and what is the mighty One that doeth all this? There is not
the least ground to suspect anything wanting in the word of God;
adding to his words opens the way to errors and corruptions.
Verses 7-9 Agur wisely prayed for a middle state, that he might
be kept at a distance from temptations; he asked daily bread
suited to his station, his family, and his real good. There is a
remarkable similarity between this prayer and several clauses
of the Lord's prayer.
If we are removed from vanity and lies; if we are interested in the
pardoning love of Christ, and have him for our portion; if we walk
with God, then we shall have all we can ask or think, as to spiritual
things. When we consider how those who have abundance are
prone to abuse the gift, and what it is to suffer want, Agur's prayer
will ever be found a wise one, though seldom offered.
Food convenient; what is so for one, may not be so for another;
but we may be sure that our heavenly Father will supply all our
need, and not suffer us to want anything good for us; and why
should we wish for more?
Verse 10 Slander not a servant to his master, accuse him not in
small matters, to make mischief. (11-14) . In every age there are
monsters of ingratitude who ill-treat their parents. Many persuade
themselves they are holy persons, whose hearts are full of sin,
and who practise secret wickedness. There are others whose lofty
pride is manifest. There have also been cruel monsters in every
age.
(15-17) . Cruelty and covetousness are two daughters of the
horseleech, that still cry, "Give, give," and they are continually
uneasy to themselves. Four things never are satisfied, to which
these devourers are compared. Those are never rich that are
always coveting. And many who have come to a bad end, have
owned that their wicked courses began by despising their parents'
authority.
(18-20) . Four things cannot be fully known. The kingdom of nature
is full of marvels. The fourth is a mystery of iniquity; the cursed arts
by which a vile seducer gains the affections of a female; and the
arts which a vile woman uses to conceal her wickedness.
(21-23) Four sorts of persons are very troublesome. Men of low
origin and base spirit, who, getting authority, become tyrants.
Foolish and violent men indulging in excesses.
A woman of a contentious spirit and vicious habits. A servant
who has obtained undue influence. Let those whom Providence
has advanced from low beginnings, carefully watch against that
sin which most easily besets them.
(24-28) . Four things that are little, are yet to be admired. There
are those who are poor in the world, and of small account, yet
wise for their souls and another world.
(29-33) . We may learn from animals to go well; also to keep
our temper under all provocations. We must keep the evil
thought in our minds from breaking out into evil speeches.
We must not stir up the passions of others. Let nothing be said
or done with violence, but every thing with softness and calmness.
Alas, how often have we done foolishly in rising up against the
Lord our King!
Let us humble ourselves before him. And having found peace with
Him, let us follow peace with all men.
God Bless you -
Chip Tarver
“The B2B Relationship and Product Launch Pro”
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Proverbs Book #30C (Commentary only)
.
Matthew Henry Concise Commentary - Chapter 30
Verses 1-6 Agur speaks of himself as wanting a righteousness,
and having done very foolishly. And it becomes us all to have
low thoughts of ourselves. He speaks of himself as wanting
revelation to guide him in the ways of truth and wisdom.
The more enlightened people are, the more they lament their
ignorance; the more they pray for clearer, still clearer discoveries
of God, and his rich grace in Christ Jesus.
In verse 4 , there is a prophetic notice of Him who came
down from heaven to be our Instructor and Saviour, and then
ascended into heaven to be our Advocate. The Messiah is
here spoken of as a Person distinct from the Father, but his
name as yet secret.
The great Redeemer, in the glories of his providence and grace,
cannot be found out to perfection. Had it not been for Christ, the
foundations of the earth had sunk under the load of the curse
upon the ground, for man's sin.
Who, and what is the mighty One that doeth all this? There is not
the least ground to suspect anything wanting in the word of God;
adding to his words opens the way to errors and corruptions.
Verses 7-9 Agur wisely prayed for a middle state, that he might
be kept at a distance from temptations; he asked daily bread
suited to his station, his family, and his real good. There is a
remarkable similarity between this prayer and several clauses
of the Lord's prayer.
If we are removed from vanity and lies; if we are interested in the
pardoning love of Christ, and have him for our portion; if we walk
with God, then we shall have all we can ask or think, as to spiritual
things. When we consider how those who have abundance are
prone to abuse the gift, and what it is to suffer want, Agur's prayer
will ever be found a wise one, though seldom offered.
Food convenient; what is so for one, may not be so for another;
but we may be sure that our heavenly Father will supply all our
need, and not suffer us to want anything good for us; and why
should we wish for more?
Verse 10 Slander not a servant to his master, accuse him not in
small matters, to make mischief. (11-14) . In every age there are
monsters of ingratitude who ill-treat their parents. Many persuade
themselves they are holy persons, whose hearts are full of sin,
and who practise secret wickedness. There are others whose lofty
pride is manifest. There have also been cruel monsters in every
age.
(15-17) . Cruelty and covetousness are two daughters of the
horseleech, that still cry, "Give, give," and they are continually
uneasy to themselves. Four things never are satisfied, to which
these devourers are compared. Those are never rich that are
always coveting. And many who have come to a bad end, have
owned that their wicked courses began by despising their parents'
authority.
(18-20) . Four things cannot be fully known. The kingdom of nature
is full of marvels. The fourth is a mystery of iniquity; the cursed arts
by which a vile seducer gains the affections of a female; and the
arts which a vile woman uses to conceal her wickedness.
(21-23) Four sorts of persons are very troublesome. Men of low
origin and base spirit, who, getting authority, become tyrants.
Foolish and violent men indulging in excesses.
A woman of a contentious spirit and vicious habits. A servant
who has obtained undue influence. Let those whom Providence
has advanced from low beginnings, carefully watch against that
sin which most easily besets them.
(24-28) . Four things that are little, are yet to be admired. There
are those who are poor in the world, and of small account, yet
wise for their souls and another world.
(29-33) . We may learn from animals to go well; also to keep
our temper under all provocations. We must keep the evil
thought in our minds from breaking out into evil speeches.
We must not stir up the passions of others. Let nothing be said
or done with violence, but every thing with softness and calmness.
Alas, how often have we done foolishly in rising up against the
Lord our King!
Let us humble ourselves before him. And having found peace with
Him, let us follow peace with all men.
God Bless you -
Chip Tarver
“The B2B Relationship and Product Launch Pro”
<><
http://www.FirstContactSecrets.com
http://www.FirstContactSecrets.com/blog
http://www.FirstContactSecrets.com/publicity-blog/
http://www.Free-Targeted-Traffic.com
http://www.NewHopeForAll.com
http://www.NewHopeDisasterCare.blogspot.com/
(c)2005 - 2022 Chip Tarver and FCS
B2B Business Tips and Techniques Blog
Chip Tarver's B2B Business Articles
Public Relations Tips & Publicity Techniques
First Contact Secrets B2B Business to Business Experts
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