"For the ear tests words As the palate tastes food."

 

Job 34:2-3(NKJV)

2    “Hear my words, you wise men;      Give ear to me, you who have knowledge.

3    For the ear tests words     As the palate tastes food.

Love the word picture that creates.  As you read the Word of God, do you test the words?  Or do you just read and accept everything at face value and move on without any analysis? 

I would submit that it is vitally important that you test the words.  There is so much hidden in God's Word.  Scripture tells us that we have to diligently seek God's Word.  That indicates more than just casual reading to me. 

As you can see from the last two days, I test the words.  Not all the words make sense.  Don't be afraid to admit that.  Don't be afraid to question God a little.  Don't be afraid to challenge God a little.  He can take it! 

As long as it is done in the spirit of truly wanting to understand His Word better.  If on the other hand you are challenging Him arrogantly like you know better and He is wrong, then look out.  But as long as you are honestly seeking,  I believe God is just fine with us using our intellect.  After all, He gave it to us!