Days of Praise Podcast
No Vision
“Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.” (Proverbs 29:18)
The “vision” mentioned in this familiar verse is more than just a noble g... More...
- Duration:
- 3m
- Broadcast on:
- 26 Jul 2024
- Audio Format:
- mp3
Welcome to The Days of Praise podcast, a daily devotional by the Institute for Creation Research. No vision where there is no vision the people perish, but he that keeps the law happy is he. Proverbs 29, 18. The vision mentioned in this familiar verse is more than just a noble goal. It means a literal revelation from God to his people. It was first used in the sad testimony of 1 Samuel 3, 1. And the word of the Lord was precious, that is rare and costly in those days. There was no open vision. This was just before the capture of the ark by the Philistines and the death of the inept prophet Eli. The word used for parish here means exposed and helpless and the glory soon departed from Israel once they had forsaken God's leadership. Our own nation was also founded on God's written word, the modern equivalent of the divine vision. But the word has now been almost forgotten, at least in our schools and other public institutions, as well as in the daily lives of most of our people. Consequently, the people are indeed largely exposed and helpless before the attacks of the wicked one. The terrible warning of Psalm 9, 17 hangs over our nation. The wicked shall be turned into hell and all the nations that forget God. There is an encouraging exhortation to the believer, however, even if he lives in an apostate nation. He that keeps the law happy is he. To keep the law means not merely to obey God's commands, but more precisely to guard his word. Even if all around us are neglecting or even ridiculing and seeking to destroy the scriptures, we must defend and obey and proclaim their eternal truth and authority. Even if this should entail opposition and persecution, God assures us that here is the way of blessing and true happiness. Behold, I come quickly. Blessed is he that keeps the sayings of the prophecy of this book. The people who lose God's word will perish, but happy is that people whose God is the Lord. If you've enjoyed today's devotional, be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and please rate and review so more listeners can find us. To support ICR's ministry, visit icr.org/donate. Your gift of any amount helps us reach others with biblical truth and encouragement. Thanks for listening. We hope you'll start each day with day's praise.