Proverbs 10:1: The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son makes a glad father.
Insight
The previous chapters form a striking introduction to the book. The glorious description of the great Counselor (chapters 1 and 8) commends to us his gracious instruction concerning the principles of true happiness and practical godliness.
This first verse may have been placed at the beginning to point to the value of a godly education in its personal, social, and national influence, which are linked to both time and eternity. The child who has been prayed over, instructed, and disciplined will in the Lord’s time choose the path of wisdom and so bring joy to his father. 1
Application
If you want to make your Heavenly Father glad, boldly ask for His wisdom, then receive His wisdom in faith, and continue to live a life dependent upon His wisdom.
Motivation
His lord said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant; you have been faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.’ Matthew 25:23
A Father’s joy is found in His son’s obedience. – TWEET IT
Prayer
Father, thank You for teaching me about how to live for You alone.
1. Bridges, C. (2001). Proverbs (p. 67). Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books.
