Proverbs 15:6 "In the house of the righteous is much treasure, but trouble befalls the income of the wicked." As a teenager I remember watching the television program, “Lifestyles of the Rich and a famous.” Oh how I longed for such a life filled with glitz and glamour. Greed is a powerful desire. And if… Continue reading July 8th – Proverbs 15:6
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July 7th – Proverbs 17:24
Proverbs 17:24 “Wisdom is before him who has understanding, but the eyes of a fool are on the ends of the earth." One of the Hebrew words used to describe foolishness is “nabal.” It means someone who has lost spiritual perception, the one always searching for something. In our fast-paced and consumer-driven society, everywhere we… Continue reading July 7th – Proverbs 17:24
July 6th – Proverbs 27:1
Proverbs 27:1 "Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring." I'm a list maker. I love to sit down with a cup of hot coffee and make a list of things I need to do for the day. My lists keep me organized. And I get a small… Continue reading July 6th – Proverbs 27:1
July 5th – Proverbs 13:3
Proverbs 13:3 “Those who guard their lips preserve their lives, but those who speak rashly will come to ruin." Social media has become a powerful platform. People around the world can share opinions, thoughts, and ideas instantly. But there are those who use the the internet as a means to express divisive opinions and engage… Continue reading July 5th – Proverbs 13:3
July 4th – Proverbs 3:3
Proverbs 3:3 “Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.” How many of us wear a Cross necklace to remember our Savior? Well Solomon tells us the necklace we should be wearing is one that says “Hesed”, meaning loving faithfulness. And not only… Continue reading July 4th – Proverbs 3:3
July 3rd – Proverbs 23:17
Proverbs 23:17 "Do not let your heart envy sinners, but live in the fear of the Lord always. Surely there is a future." In the world we live wealth, fame, and power are celebrated above all else. Our televisions, magazines, and Internet are all inundated with images and stories of the rich and famous. We see… Continue reading July 3rd – Proverbs 23:17
July 2nd – Proverbs 2:11
Proverbs 2:11 “Discretion will protect you, and understanding will guard you." We all know that a split second decision can lead to lasting consequences. That’s why it’s so important to have discretion. Discretion can be defined as mature and sound insight or the ability to avoid words, actions, and attitudes which could result in undesirable… Continue reading July 2nd – Proverbs 2:11
July 1st – Proverbs 1:7
Proverbs 1:7 “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction.” There’s nothing worse than a know it all. Someone who refuses to accept any wisdom or teaching other than their own. But the Bible is clear. Only a fool thinks they have nothing new to learn. Especially… Continue reading July 1st – Proverbs 1:7
April 14th – Proverbs 19:2
Proverbs 19:2 Missionary Jim Elliot once said, “God always gives His best to those who leave the choice with Him.” Even the best of us fall victim to making choices in haste and without first seeking God. And more times than not, these choices lead to mistakes which in turn lead to unpleasant consequences. That’s… Continue reading April 14th – Proverbs 19:2
March 14th – Proverbs 16:3
Proverbs 16:3 We all make plans for our lives. Some work out better then we could have hoped, others leave us shaking our heads wondering what in the world we were thinking. But although we can try our best to see that our plans will come to fruition, God always has the final say. And… Continue reading March 14th – Proverbs 16:3
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