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  • Planning with God: Proverbs 16

    Planning with God: Proverbs 16

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    Today (Wednesday) our reading is Proverbs 16. Here is what I heard: Scripture: Proverbs 16:1, 3 To man belong the plans of the heart, but from the Lord comes the reply of the tongue. Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and your plans will succeed. Observation: Listen to God when making plans and commit…

  • Calm down and turn away wrath Proverbs 15

    Calm down and turn away wrath Proverbs 15

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    If you are reading the Proverbs in 31 Days with me, today (Tuesday) we are reading Proverbs 15. Here is what I heard: Scripture: Proverbs 15: 1 A gently answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger Observation: Respond calmly and with consideration even when anger is rising. Application: Sitting here writing…

  • Hard work versus talk. Proverbs 14

    Hard work versus talk. Proverbs 14

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    Happy Monday! If you are reading the Proverbs in 31 Days with me, today we are on Proverbs 14. Here is what I heard: Scripture: Proverbs 14:23 All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty. Observation: Don’t just talk about what should be done. Do it. Application: There is so…

  • Wisdom on becoming wise. Proverbs 13

    Wisdom on becoming wise. Proverbs 13

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    I hope you have had a lovely weekend so far. If you are reading the Proverbs in 31 Days with me, today (Sunday) we are reading Proverbs chapter 13. If you are just joining us, feel free to either read from the beginning of Proverbs or just just jump in right here with us. The…

  • Diligence. Proverbs 12

    Diligence. Proverbs 12

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    Hi there! If you are reading the Proverbs in 31 Days with me, today (Saturday) we are reading Proverbs chapter 12. Here is what I heard using the SOAP method: Scripture: Proverbs 12:11 He who works his land will have abundant food, but he who chases fantasies lacks judgment. Observation: Those who diligently work toward…

  • Ahhh, how I love refreshment Proverbs 11

    Ahhh, how I love refreshment Proverbs 11

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    Today is Friday and, if you are reading the Proverbs in 31 Days with me, we are reading Proverbs 11 today. Here is what I heard: Scripture: Proverbs 11:25 A generous man will prosper; he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed. Observation: Give encouragement and assistance freely and you will be rewarded with the…

  • The secret to getting things done: Proverbs 10

    The secret to getting things done: Proverbs 10

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    Scripture: Proverbs 10:4 Lazy hands make a man poor, but diligent hands bring wealth. Observation: Keep working, not procrastinating, to experience success. Application: I think this could apply to actual work to produce output, as well as working toward building a stronger relationship with our Father. If you want to achieve anything, sitting still and…

  • Leaving my simple ways. Proverbs 9

    Leaving my simple ways. Proverbs 9

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    If you are reading the Proverbs in 31 Days with me, today (Tuesday) we are reading Proverbs Chapter 9. Here’s what I heard:  Scripture: Proverbs 9:6 Leave your simple ways and you will live; walk in the way of understanding. Observation: It is time to move into a deeper understanding of Me. Application: Hmm. At…

  • Time Management for the Holidays

    Time Management for the Holidays

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    Time management is tough enough, but when you throw in all the extra celebrations, meals, activities and everything else that comes with the joy of Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Eve, things can reach overwhelming right away. I’ll admit it, just writing that sentence was a bit overwhelming… Only two weeks till Thanksgiving vacation.. really?!…

  • Wisdom guaranteed: Proverbs 8

    Wisdom guaranteed: Proverbs 8

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    The reading for today (Tuesday) in the Proverbs on 31 Days is Proverbs 8. Here is what I heard using the SOAP format: Scripture: Proverbs 8: 17 I love those who love me, and those who seek me find me Observation: If you want wisdom, it is there for you to have. Just seek it…

  • Teaching thankfulness using a new method…

    Teaching thankfulness using a new method…

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    November always brings talk of thankfulness. Today on Tommy Nelson’s Raising Faithful Kids I’m sharing how I have been doing my best to teach my kids about thankfulness this month. Click on over and see what I’ve been up to. My kids are enjoying it. I’ve been smiling a a lot and I bet you’ll…

  • Guard His teachings. Proverbs 7

    Guard His teachings. Proverbs 7

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    If you are reading the Proverbs in 31 Days with me, today (Monday) we are reading Proverbs 7. If you missed the start, feel free to jump in right where we are, or start at the beginning of Proverbs and catch up. Either way, I’d love to have you join us. Here is what I…

  • Working to be prepared- spiritually and otherwise: Proverbs 6

    Working to be prepared- spiritually and otherwise: Proverbs 6

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    Thank you for reading the Proverbs in 31 Days with me. This is what I heard, using the SOAP format. Please share what you heard in the comments. Thanks! Scripture: Proverbs 6:6-8 Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise! It has no commander, no overseer or ruler, yet it stores…

  • Listen and be true. Proverbs 5

    Listen and be true. Proverbs 5

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    Today (Saturday) we are reading Proverbs 5 here on the Proverbs in 31 Days. I hope you are enjoying this reading and are hearing God speaking to you through the Bible. Here is what I heard: Scripture: Proverbs 5:7 Now then, my sons, listen to me; do not turn aside from what I say. Observation:…

  • Stay focused- Proverbs 4

    Stay focused- Proverbs 4

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    I hope you are enjoying this read through the Proverbs in 31 Days with  me here on MomsToolbox. Today (Friday) our reading is Proverbs 4. Here is what I heard in the reading by using the SOAP format: Scripture: Proverbs 4: 25 Let your eyes look straight ahead, fix your gaze directly before you. Observation:…