Proverbs 20

Proverbs 20: Proverbs of Solomon (Cont.).

Wine is a mocker and beer is a brawler; whoever is led astray by them is not wise. It is to one's honor to avoid strife, but every fool is quick to quarrel. The purposes of a person's heart are deep waters, but one who has insight draws them out. Do not love sleep or you will grow poor; stay awake and you will have food to spare. Do not say "I'll pay you back for this wrong!" Wait, for the Lord, and He will avenge you. A person's steps are directed by the Lord, How then can anyone understand their own way?

God doesn't want us to be controlled by anything of this world and alcohol consumption can become a yoke around your neck. God's will is for us to avoid strife and not be quick to quarrel. Our hearts are deep and only insight draws out the true purposes. We have many desires, but only study will show us the purpose of the desire. God doesn't want us to be lazy, delighting in sleep, but to work hard. God's will is for us to leave revenge to Him. God's purpose for our lives is beyond our understanding.