Does Scripture tell us How to Live?

The answer is....Of Course it Does.  Some say it is outdated, many say that the way of living written in Scripture should not apply this day and age. Guess what! God's Word never is too outdated or old fashioned when it is looked at through the eyes of a true believer. Believe it or not, God's teachings throughout Scripture stand the test of time. Sure the way things are done are slightly different from the ancient of days but the results remain the same.
​I was beginning a study of Proverbs and I discovered something amazing, check out how the first 7 chapters start:
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1:8 Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching.
9 They are a garland to grace your head and a chain to adorn your neck.

2 My son, if you accept my words and store up my commands within you, 2 turning your ear to wisdom and applying your heart to understanding— 3 indeed, if you call out for insight and cry aloud for understanding, 4 and if you look for it as for silver and search for it as for hidden treasure,
5 then you will understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God.
 
3 My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart,
2 for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity.

4 Listen, my sons, to a father’s instruction; pay attention and gain understanding.
2 I give you sound learning, so do not forsake my teaching. 

5 My son, pay attention to my wisdom, turn your ear to my words of insight,
2 that you may maintain discretion and your lips may preserve knowledge.

6 My son, if you have put up security for your neighbor, if you have shaken hands in pledge for a stranger, 2 you have been trapped by what you said, ensnared by the words of your mouth.

7 My son, keep my words and store up my commands within you.
2 Keep my commands and you will live; guard my teachings as the apple of your eye.

Did you notice a pattern? Chapters two to seven chapters in Proverbs start with Listen or My son. What does that say? Original interpretations say that it is meant for fathers to sons but I can honestly say the designs of Proverbs are given from parent to child. The Book of Proverbs covers almost all facets of living a good and godly life.
Proverbs 1:8-9 tells the reader to pay attention to the words of both parents. In fact, we are to wear (keep) the words close to (in) our hearts and minds. Sounds familiar doesn’t it. Joshua was told by God to keep His Word on the heart and mind. In fact, he was told to wear it as well. The Hebrews took the wearing literally by wearing boxes, tassels, and other items. How do Christians wear it today? T-shirts, rings, hats, even piercings. All that is great but what is the truth of it? Do the words on the shirt match the truth in the heart? Do you practice what you advertise? Are the clothes worn with pride of your faith but your actions different? Are you true to yourself and the Father. What you wear and how you hold yourself should be a reflection of your heart and mind.
      It says nothing about wearing your heart on your sleeve or anything like that. The Word we learn is Scripture, Law, God’s Commands to us for living a godly life. Since we cannot do it alone God sent His Son to teach us what to do then sent the Holy Spirit to guide our lives to be in a Godly manner.
 Chapter two says we are to seek Him. Finding the truth in Scripture and not the world. Calling out, crying for understanding is spending time in prayer. Not just a short one but a constant seeking of wisdom and understanding.  In other words, When reading Scripture, meditate on it and ask God for a full understanding of what is being said. 
Chapter three begins with a reminder to keep the Scripture close and live in the way God wishes. Doing so will be rewarded with a spiritual peace (ease of mind) so you can prosper on the earth and in the spirit, living a very rich (not material) life.
Then He tells us not to forget His teachings. Sometimes when we are out and about in the world we forget some of the teachings and then suffer the consequence.
When we know the Word and live it well, we can speak it. Telling others is part of what we are supposed to do. If we do not share it then are we being good stewards of His Commands to us.
When we speak it we need to ensure we are in full understanding what we are saying.
Chapter six tells us to be fully aware of our words, that they are truth and nothing of what is not the Lords. Anything that leaves our lips can be used against us if it is false. In this day and age even speaking the truth gets us in trouble so be aware of your surroundings but do not fear others when speaking the truth in Scripture.
Finally, Live a godly life, speaking in the truth of the Father. Know the Word well and do not pervert it for your own worldly good. Speak correctly and in truth so that God will shine through you. When they listen they will hear Christ, they will hear God. Cherish the Word as if it is a precious stone. Build upon it so that others may turn from sin and find God in their hearts and share the Word with more. That is just the beginning of Proverbs, just wait there is more.