Progression Of When & Then

I have begun to meditate through the book of Proverbs. In chapter two there is a progression of when we do something, then there will be a result. I like to read it as though the Lord is speaking. 

Verses 1-4 are the when: you receive My words, treasure My commands within you, incline your ear to wisdom, apply your heart to understanding, cry out for discernment, lift up your voice for understanding, seek her as silver, search for her as for hidden treasures…verse 5 says, “Then you will understand the fear of the Lord, and find the knowledge of God.”

Verse 10-11 says, “When wisdom enters your heart, and knowledge is pleasant to your soul…Discretion will preserve you; understanding will keep you.” Put verses 12-19 in parenthesis. Verse 20 says, “So you may walk in the way of goodness, and keep to the paths of righteousness.”

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