Proverbs 27:17 When God Says...I Say, AMEN!

When God Says …

“Iron sharpeneth iron; So a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.” (Proverbs 27:17 KJV)

The good side of friction is what this analogy aims to bring home in. This reminds of its benefits when tackled in the right setting - that is pursuit of truth to strengthen our faith guided by the Spirit of the Lord. This leads us back to Bible times when warfare was fought with swords, of which after every battle, soldiers - as they rest in their camp, sharpen their swords by rubbing them to another on the right angle and in opposing direction. This picture conveys that on the same manner we sharpen each other's countenance with loved ones and friends when we rub meditations and reflections of God's Words, in the setting of God's presence, as we camp in our worship of Him.

Hence, this brings to light the importance of wise people around us of whom we can bounce thoughts and revelations with, honing our vision to the future hope that God designed for our lives. Scripture says: “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.(Jeremiah 29:11 NIV)"

We need our friends and loved ones to sharpen our demeanor to stay rooted trusting The Lord and walk wisely in our conduct of living. As God’s children by grace through faith in Christ Jesus, it is essential to propel us to our Godly-designed future. We listen! And, we remain mindful of this reminder and warning: “Become wise by walking with the wise; hang out with fools and watch your life fall to pieces.” (Proverbs 13:20 MSG)

And I Say, AMEN!

Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries

(When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.)

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