09.15.2015 Old Testament: Pro 28.7

To read the Bible in a year, read Proverbs 28–29 on September 15, In the year of our Lord 2015

By Don Ruhl

What is gluttony? It is failing to use self-control while eating. Does the Bible have anything to say about self-control?

Whoever keeps the law is a discerning son,
But a companion of gluttons shames his father.
(Proverbs 28.7) 

The first line reveals that keeping the Law shows that you have discernment. However, if you befriend gluttons, hence become one yourself, you expose your lack of discernment.

Yes, God wants us to enjoy our food, but He also wants us to eat what is necessary for our bodies. Do not make a god out of food, or more specially do not make a god out of your belly.