Wisely Control Your Lips

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

Two Paths

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

Write Them in Your Heart

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

Watch the Ants and Be Wise

In Proverbs 6, Solomon offers more warnings of things we should avoid and some wisdom we can gain from watching ants. Have you ever just sat and watched ants? They are the hardest working little creatures - like the Energizer Bunny - they just never give up. It doesn’t matter what obstacle is in their … Continue reading Watch the Ants and Be Wise

No Secret is Truly Secret

Our scripture reading today is Proverbs 5. What is done in secret is never truly a secret; God sees and knows all that we do. Solomon warns his son against the dangers of the forbidden woman. May 5: Proverbs 5 Avoid Seduction 1 My son, pay attention to my wisdom; listen closely to my understanding2 … Continue reading No Secret is Truly Secret