January 30th
"The Big Picture"
When people understand events clearly, we often say that they "see the big picture." This passage in Proverbs makes the point that the clearest view of the "big picture" will always include God. The sequence of rhetorical questions helps us consider the awesome identity and capacity of God. Much like the litany of questions that God showered on Job ( Job 38:1-41:34 ), these push us toward humble and silent worship.
Agur was feeling overwhelmed ( 30:1 ), insignificant ( 30:2 ), and limited ( 30:3 ). But when he turned away from his smallness to contemplate God's greatness, an atmosphere of confidence filled the rest of the chapter. He began with a little picture, no bigger than himself, but he soon looked at the big picture and forgot that he was weary and worn out. God gave him a new and refreshing point of view.
Who but God goes up to the heaven and comes back down? Who holds the wind in his fist? Who wraps up the oceans in his cloak? Who has created the whole wide world? What is his name, and his son's name? Tell me if you know
Proverbs 30:4
One of the best remedies for a weary and tired spirit is to contemplate the majesty and greatness of God.
Neil Wilson
Heaven
