Cowboys and Training

We discussed how cowboys need to train their horses on Sunday.

Did you know that the scripture in Proverbs 22:6 says, "Train up a child in the way he should go..."? The word "train" in hebrew actually refers to the mouth. One of the ideas is that a horse has a bit put in it's mouth, and it's by that that a horse is directed--or "trained." The rider needs to direct the horse. He let's it loose so the horse can run. He pulls back so it slows down. He guides the horse so it goes where it needs to go and does what it needs to do.

Sometimes people are more like "stubborn mules" than they are like trained horses. It's all in one's attitude. God wants us to have soft hearts, not be hard-headed! We need to be teachable and trainable.

Proverbs 12:1 says, "He who hates correction is stupid." Wow. That's a strong word. But people who are unwilling to listen to correction are headed down a wrong path. People who are not teachable will selfishly go where they want and do what they want...and it will lead to trouble eventually.

Proverbs 1:1 advises, "Let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance."

Look up Proverbs 1:8 and Proverbs 10:17 & Proverbs 12:15. These are some great verses for you to talk about with your family.

Hide God's Word in your heart, and it will be like a lamp to guide you through your days!