Monthly Archives: January 2012

Larger Catechism, #76

The Larger Catechism Question 76 76.       Q. What is repentance unto life? A. Repentance unto life is a saving grace,[320] wrought in the heart of a sinner by the Spirit[321] and Word of God,[322] whereby, out of the sight and … Continue reading

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Proverbs 9

Proverbs 9 Much of what is covered in this chapter has been addressed in some measure previously. Lady Wisdom and Madame Folly are contrasted. Their last appeals are given here. Sandwiched between these two, a wise person is contrasted with … Continue reading

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Proverbs 8:22-36

Proverbs 8:22-36 8:22-31 — “The LORD possessed me at the beginning of his work, the first of his acts of old. 23 Ages ago I was set up, at the first, before the beginning of the earth. 24 When there … Continue reading

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Proverbs 8:12-21

Proverbs 8:12-21 8:12-21 — “I, wisdom, dwell with prudence, and I find knowledge and discretion. 13 The fear of the LORD is hatred of evil. Pride and arrogance and the way of evil and perverted speech I hate. 14 I … Continue reading

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