Proverbs
This is a collection of devotional posts from the book of Proverbs. They are sorted according to when they were written, with the most recent first. To see them in their biblical order, select them from the menu.
Led Astray by Persuasive Words – Proverbs 7:21-23
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Don't be led astray by the persuasive words of the Adulterous Woman, leading to death. Choose instead to listen to Lady Wisdom and find life.
The Beginning of Knowledge – Proverbs 1:7
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While the fear of the Lord includes an element of fear, it is also reverence for him. And that reverence and respect is the beginning of real knowledge.
Advice for the New Year – Proverbs 3:5-6
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Have you made any resolutions for the new year? If you are looking for suggestions, Proverbs 3:5-6 would be a good place to start.
Guard Your Heart – Proverbs 4:23
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In this proverb, a father is instructing his son to guard his heart. To be careful about what he allows to influence his life and thoughts.
Choose Your Friends Carefully – Proverbs 13:20
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If you want to live a godly life in Christ, it is important for you to choose your friends carefully. Be careful of their influence.
Traveling On the Right Road – Proverbs 14:12
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How often do we come to a fork in the road of life and choose the one most appealing, only to discover it was the wrong one? Choose wisely.
Responding With a Soft Answer or a Harsh Word – Proverbs 15:1
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Discussions can sometimes get heated. But responding with a soft answer, with gentleness and respect, can help to defuse the conflict.
When Sharing Your Opinion, Don’t Be a Fool – Proverbs 18:2
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We all know people who delight in sharing their opinions. And who are not interested in what anyone else has to say. Solomon calls that person a fool.
Be Kind to the Poor – Proverbs 19:17
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Proverbs tells us that when we are kind to the poor, God sees it as a loan to himself and that he will reward us accordingly. So be generous.
I’ll Pay Them Back – Proverbs 24:29
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Our initial reaction to being wronged is to think, I'll pay them back. But, as God's people, we should love them instead and seek their good.
Answering a Fool According to His Folly – Proverbs 26:4-5
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In Proverbs, a fool is one who speaks and acts in harmful ways. These proverbs tell us not to answer a fool foolishly, but with integrity.
Without Gossip, a Quarrel Dies Down – Proverbs 26:20
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Gossip is like throwing fuel onto a fire. The more fuel we add, the hotter the fire. By choosing not to gossip, a quarrel can die down.
