1-17-07 Proverbs 3: 17, 18

Proverbs 3:17, 18 (KJ21)
Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace. She is a tree of life to them that lay hold upon her, and happy is everyone that retaineth her.

Proverbs 3:17, 18 (NAS)
Her ways are pleasant ways, And all her paths are peace. She is a tree of life to those who take hold of her, And happy are all who hold her fast.

Proverbs 3:17, 18 (NIVUS)
Her ways are pleasant ways, and all her paths are peace. She is a tree of life to those who embrace her; those who lay hold of her will be blessed.

Proverbs 3:17, 18 (NLT)
She will guide you down delightful paths; all her ways are satisfying. Wisdom is a tree of life to those who embrace her; happy are those who hold her tightly.

People seem to travel more today than ever before. If you go to one of the nation's international airports, you will see people coming and going at all hours of the day and night. Even the highways in metropolitan areas are rarely quiet.

As you know travel today has become much more complicated than formerly. Complying with the new laws and regulations against terrorism is often not a pleasant experience. Just getting your luggage packed so that it is not over weight can be a struggle in itself. Then getting all of your bags to the proper check point is another challenge. You may find yourself becoming stressed and anxious.

There is a way, however, that is not stressful. If your journey is guided by wisdom, it will be delightful and pleasant. Wisdom will lead you with grace and there will be beauty and splendor along the way. The path of wisdom is a safe and peaceful one. As you walk this path, your health and prosperity will increase. Restoration and reward will be yours as well.

If you seize upon and cleave to wisdom, you will be happy and blessed. However, you must closely follow God's word, for it will sustain and hold you up. Your path will be straight and level. You will always experience freshness and revival, as you partake of the tree of wisdom.