S – To fear the Lord is to hate evil. I hate arrogant pride, evil conduct, and perverse speech.
Proverbs 8:13 CSB
O – Commentary:
The fear of Yahweh Wisdom does not stand alone. It is closely connected with fearing Yahweh, which means having a proper attitude of respect for Him and obedience to Him. See note on 1:7.
pride, and arrogance Pride is a characteristic of the fool (12:15) and scoffer (21:24).
an evil way Refers to a disposition; wisdom rejects evil dispositions or behaviors. The wise do not exhibit an evil disposition. See v. 20.
perversity The Hebrew phrase used here describes speech that is dishonest or wicked.
A – The more awe and respect we have for God, the more we want to become like Him. This transformation allows us to see pride, evil conduct and perverse speech in our own life. We desire to move away from these behaviors and move closer to godly character.
R – Lord, I confess that I am a sinner and I struggle with my own behavior. I desire to become more like you. Help me to recognize the areas where I need to surrender and change to be more like you. Thank you for your grace and mercy. Give me the courage to walk with you today.
Just Add Water . Chris Bonham 