What is the meaning of Proverbs 3:26? For the LORD – “for the LORD” points to the covenant-keeping God who revealed Himself to Israel and, through Christ, to the church (Exodus 3:14–15; Hebrews 13:8). – He is personal and present, not distant. Psalm 46:1 affirms, “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” – Depending on Him is an act of trust, echoing the call of Proverbs 3:5, “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” – Because He is faithful (Lamentations 3:22–23), the promise that follows can be embraced without reservation. Will be your confidence – The phrase stresses that security is found in God Himself, not in circumstances, resources, or personal abilities (Psalm 118:8–9). – Confidence here speaks of settled assurance, the same assurance seen in Isaiah 26:3: “You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.” – Practical outworking: • Courage to obey when obedience is costly (Daniel 3:16–18). • Peace that steadies the heart when the future is unclear (Matthew 6:31–33). • Stability that resists the sway of human opinion (Galatians 1:10). And will keep your foot from the snare – A “snare” evokes hidden traps set by enemies or unforeseen dangers (Psalm 91:3). – God’s protective care covers both physical and spiritual hazards: • Physical: He guards the path of His faithful ones (Psalm 121:3). • Spiritual: He delivers from temptation and moral pitfalls (1 Corinthians 10:13). – Walking in wisdom (Proverbs 3:21-23) keeps us alert, yet ultimate safety is credited to the Lord, as echoed in Psalm 18:36, “You broaden the path beneath me so that my ankles do not give way.” – His keeping power reassures believers that no trap is stronger than His providence (2 Thessalonians 3:3). summary Proverbs 3:26 assures believers that the Lord Himself is both the source of unwavering confidence and the mighty guardian who shields from hidden dangers. Trusting His faithful character produces courage and peace, while His vigilant protection frees us to walk in wisdom without fear of stumbling. |
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