Category: Bible Reading
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Money Comes and Money Goes – Proverbs 23
This proverb from chapter 23 isn’t saying that we shouldn’t work hard or that we shouldn’t save for the future. It’s saying we need to keep a balanced outlook. “Do not wear yourself out to get rich; have the wisdom to show restraint. Cast but a glance at riches, and they are gone; for they will surely…
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Wisdom Boot Camp – Proverbs 22
Recognize a dangerous situation and not try to avoid it or protect myself from it? Yes, I agree with this proverb in chapter 22, that’s foolish. “A prudent man sees danger and takes refuge, but the simple keep going and suffer for it.” Proverbs 22:3 NIV Another proverb that catches my eye is “Train a child in…
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In God’s Hands – Proverbs 21
It’s hard to get in a panic about politics or the economy, or whatever the topic of the day is, when I remember this proverb. God’s directing the hearts of our leaders as easily as channeling water “wherever he pleases.” The next verse puts the responsibility on me to live uprightly; not by what my leaders say or what…
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Stress Free Wisdom – Proverbs 20
It’s not cowardly to avoid strife (discord, controversy, conflict, quarrel or fight). In fact, this proverb says it’s honorable. It also shows me that jumping into a quarrel isn’t wise. “It is to a man’s honor to avoid strife, but every fool is quick to quarrel.” Proverbs 20:3 NIV And if I’d be tempted to get…
