Long Life & Prosperity?

Proverbs 3:1-2
My son, do not forget my teaching,
but keep my commands in your heart,
for they will prolong your life many years
and bring you prosperity.

Solomon's teachings, in this case, are God's teachings, for all scripture is "breathed-out" and inspired by God. We see in this proverb that if we remember and keep these commands (the proverbs of Solomon), then we will be healthy and wealthy. Well, that's one way to see it. Unfortunately, many have been taught this way of thinking and have been set up to be deceived by the charlatans lurking on the television claiming to be Christian ministries.
If it's not health and wealth, than what is it? Simply put, it is the blessing of God in all areas of one's life. In this passage, the blessings of long life and success in one's ventures are mentioned. Two things very much on the minds of a young son of Solomon, and very likely, you!
Once again, this proverb is not a blanket promise that all who memorize a few scriptures will live to a ripe old age and be fabulously rich. It is a general axiom that encourages us to make these teachings part of who we are and how we think about the world around us. Then we will have confidence that God is looking out for us and even desires that we enjoy some amount of success, so as to be used by Him to help others.

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