Matthew Henry Commentary Proverbs 10:19-28
Matthew Henry Commentary
Proverbs 10:19-28
Matthew Henry Commentary
Proverbs 10:19-28
SCRIPTURE
"In the multitude of words there wanteth not transgression; But he that refraineth his lips doeth wisely. The tongue of the righteous is [as] choice silver: The heart of the wicked is little worth. The lips of the righteous feed many; But the foolish die for lack of understanding. The blessing of Jehovah, it maketh rich; And he addeth no sorrow therewith. It is as sport to a fool to do wickedness; And [so is] wisdom to a man of understanding. The fear of the wicked, it shall come upon him; And the desire of the righteous shall be granted. When the whirlwind passeth, the wicked is no more; But the righteous is an everlasting foundation. As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, So is the sluggard to them that send him. The fear of Jehovah prolongeth days; But the years of the wicked shall be shortened. The hope of the righteous [shall be] gladness; But the expectation of the wicked shall perish." — Proverbs 10:19-28 (ASV)
The gracious Savior who purchased pardon and peace for His people, with all the affection of a tender parent, counsels us to hear and be wise, and is ready to guide our hearts in His way. Here we have an earnest call to young people, to attend to the advice of their godly parents. If the heart is guided, the steps will be guided.
Buy the truth, and sell it not; be willing to part with anything for it. Do not part with it for pleasures, honors, riches, or anything in this world. The heart is what the great God requires. We must not think to divide the heart between God and the world; He will have all or none.
Look to the rule of God's word, the conduct of His providence, and the good examples of His people. Particular cautions are given against sins most destructive to wisdom and grace in the soul. It is really a shame to make a god of the belly. Drunkenness stupefies men, and then all goes to ruin.
Licentiousness takes away the heart that should be given to God. Take heed of any approaches toward this sin; it is very hard to retreat from it. It bewitches men to their ruin.