Proverbs 1:28 - The Cry That Comes Too Late
The Cry That Comes Too Late Proverbs 1:28 (KJV) Says: "Then shall they call upon me, but I will not answer; they shall seek me early, but they shall not find me." This verse is part of Proverbs 1, where Wisdom is personified and calls out to people, urging them to follow God's ways. However, those who reject wisdom and choose their own sinful paths will eventually face consequences. When trouble comes, they will desperately seek God, but it will be too late—He will not respond because they ignored Him when they had the chance. They are four Meditation Points: The Importance of Seeking God Early This verse warns against delaying our relationship with God. If we wait until disaster strikes to call on Him, we may find that the opportunity for repentance has passed. Just as we should prepare for storms before they come, we must seek God consistently rather than only in times of need. A great biblical example of seeking God early is King Solomon. In 1 Kings 3:5-14, when Solo...