Is Tranquility Meaning Given In Psalm 131 Now? In the gentle moments of Matthew 19:13-14 , we witness a profound teaching. Children, in their innocence, were brought to Jesus, and despite the disciples’ initial resistance, Jesus welcomed them, declaring, “the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” This statement unveils a deep truth: the kingdom is not about adult-like ambition or success, but about embracing the pure qualities of a child—chief among them, trust. This trust is the cornerstone of biblical tranquility . It’s observed in the unspoken confidence a toddler has in their parents’ arms, free from the fear of falling. It’s the instinctive run towards a parent when the world seems daunting. Such trust is what Jesus calls His followers to embody—a complete, unwavering trust in God. Psalm 131 echoes this sentiment. The psalmist proclaims, “O Lord, my heart is not proud… nor do I involve myself in great matters, or in things too difficult for me.” This isn’t...
Proverbs 7: Do Not Let Your Heart Turn Aside. Proverbs 7 starts out very much like the first six proverbs, and one may wonder, “Why the repetition?”. But one must remember that Solomon was writing to his sons, and as king, to his people. If anything, the repeated exhortation shows his love and his concern. Parents and Grandparents will watch their young sons and/or daughters and smile at their happiness and innocence. There is also the wish for they be able to avoid the trials and troubles of life as they grow older. Of course, such a wish is fanciful, because there will be trials, troubles, hurts, and pains. But there is also the desire to give them teaching that may help minimize the trials that are in the future. Proverbs 7: Do Not Let Your Heart Turn Aside This seems to be the motive for Solomon’s words in the first verses when he wrote, “My son, keep my words and treasure my commandments within you. Keep my commandments and live, and my teaching as the ap...