Follow your heart. How many times have you heard it, said it, thought it, or done it? And how many of those “follow your heart” decisions ended badly. In 1862, Emily Dickinson wrote, "The heart wants what it wants, or does not care.” Our heart is controlled by our emotions, and often what feels right … Continue reading Deceitful Hearts →

Today we’re reading Proverbs 24. Verse 3 & 4 say, “A house is built by wisdom, and it is established by understanding; by knowledge the rooms are filled with every precious and beautiful treasure.” If we were building a home, it would require a lot of wisdom and knowledge to build a strong structure. Each … Continue reading A House Built by Wisdom →

May 10: Proverbs 10 Starting in Chapter 10, most verses are two phrase sayings of wisdom. There are some that you will quickly recognize as some someone else needs to hear, but hopefully you will also recognize some sayings that you need to work on within yourself. I highlighted several verses in this chapter. I … Continue reading Wisely Control Your Lips →

Day 9:Proverbs 9 This is the end of the first nine chapters that have repeatedly presented a choice between the wise path and the foolish path. The wise path begins with a relationship with God. In verses 1-6, the woman of wisdom is inviting everyone to her house. This is a metaphor for God’s invitation … Continue reading Two Paths →

May 7: Proverbs 7 Have you ever noticed as soon as you decide to start a diet, someone brings donuts or leftover birthday cake to work? You try to be strong and not eat it, but every time you walk by that cake or donuts are calling your name - just tempting you to forget … Continue reading Write Them in Your Heart →