Sept 08.99: Light For The Day - "Going To School"

"For the LORD gives wisdom; from his mouth
come knowledge and understanding."
-- Proverbs 2:6 (RSV)

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O LORD, who is the fountain of all wisdom
and learning, you have given me the years
of my youth to learn the arts and skills 
necessary for an honest and holy life.

Enlighten my mind, that I may acquire knowledge.
Strengthen my memory that I may retain what
I have learned.

Govern my heart, that I may always be eager
and diligent in my studies. and let your Spirit
of truth, judgement and prudence guide my
understanding, that I may perceive how
everything I learn fits into your holy plan
for the world.

-- John Calvin (1509-1564)

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"Above all else, guard your heart,
for it is the wellspring of life."
-- Proverb 4:23 (NIV)

"Trust in the LORD with all your heart,
and do not rely on your own insight.
In all your ways acknowledge him,
and he will make straight your paths.
Be not wise in your own eyes;
fear the LORD, and turn away from evil.
It will be healing to your flesh and
refreshment to your bones."
-- Proverb 3:5-8 (RSV)