Proverbs 18  The first 9 verses of this chapter describe a foolish man.. who seeks his own desires, "quarrels against sound wisdom";  does not "delight in understanding"; comes in contempt and dishonor;  shows partiality to the wicked; causes strife; and is lazy.  

In contrast to that.. the Wise one says.. "The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous runs into it and is safe." 

Run into the safety of our Lord's Name.. stronger than any city; stronger than any man; stronger than any thing on this earth. 

In His name.. we find refuge and strength. We find wisdom and understanding. We find life and hope and satisfaction.  He is "a friend who sticks closer than a brother."  He is the Living Word.. Who has the power of life and death in His hands. 

This is the truth to live by today and every day.  The Word of God is our daily Bread.  So, for today, let us partake of this wisdom.. run into the Name of the Lord.. and find safety that will not fail. 

Father in heaven, it is Your Name that is holy and set on high.. may it be hallowed and honored above any other name.  May Your Kingdom, the Kingdom of Light and Love.. the Kingdom that has no end.. come!  We pray for Your will to be done on earth as it  is in heaven.  We pray for daily bread.. and thank You for the Word that feeds our souls as well as the food that fuels our bodies.  We pray that You will lead us away from temptation and into all righteousness.. for Your Name's sake.  We pray that You would forgive us every sin.. every trespass.. every debt.. and  help us to forgive others who have sinned against us.  Your's is the kingdom and the power and the glory! Thank You that we can come to You in the wonderful, powerful Name of Jesus Christ the Lord. Amen.