Category: Proverbs in 31 Days
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His understanding or mine? Proverbs 3
Thanks for continuing to read the Proverbs in 31 Days with me! How is it going? Has Satan already tried to derail your reading? If he has, fight back with the Word… You can totally do this with us!! Today (Thursday) the reading is Proverbs 3. Here is what I heard: Scripture: Proverbs 3: 5…
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Am I pursuing Him like a treasure? Proverbs 2
If you are reading through the Proverbs in 31 Days with us, today’s (Tuesday’s) reading assignment is Proverbs chapter 2. Scripture: Proverbs 2:4-5 and if you look for it as for silver and search for it as hidden treasure, then you will understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God Observation:…
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Are you reading the Proverbs in 31 Days with MomsToolbox?
I am thrilled to see so many of you reading through the Proverbs in 31 Days with me here on MomsToolbox. Together we are going to grow closer to God and, as mentioned in Proverbs 1, grow in wisdom. Are you reading with us and wondering how to sign up? I’ve received more than a…
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No more rejecting His call- Proverbs 1
Thank you for joining me on our first day of the Proverbs in 31 Days on MomsToolbox. Please read Proverbs 1 today and pray, asking God to guide your reading so that you will hear His message for you. Here is what stood out to me: Scripture: Proverbs 1:24 But since you rejected me…
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The Proverbs in 31 Days begins Tuesday
Looking for something to keep you in the Word, but not overwhelm you as much as the Bible in 90 Days? Beginning Tuesday, November 1, I’ll be reading and SOAPing through the Proverbs here on MomsToolbox, taking one chapter a day, ending on Thursday, December 1. I’d love for you to read with me and…
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Proverbs SOAP: Help the poor or else be wicked
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 29:7 The righteous care about justice for the poor, but the wicked have no such concern. Observation: Care for the poor or else you are wicked. Application: I’m not exactly sure just what my direct application for this today is, but I think God is working on…
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Proverbs SOAP: Give to the poor. Don’t ignore their requests for help
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 28:27 He who gives to the poor will lack nothing, but he who closes his eyes to them receives many curses. Observation: Give to the poor and don’t ignore them. Application: I live in a city where I’ve been asked several times for money by people walking…
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Proverbs SOAP: Diligence, consideration and duty will be rewarded
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 27: 18 He who tends a fig tree will eat its fruit, and he who looks after his master will be honored. Observation: Diligence, consideration and duty will be rewarded. Application: Perhaps God is saying here that we should tend to the tasks set before us diligently,…
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Proverbs SOAP: A call for your help on foolishness
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Ummm, I’m taking a break from SOAP for the day because, well, I’m a bit confused and thought maybe you could help. Scripture: Today we are to be reading and selecting a verse from Proverbs 26 that jumps out and I can’t seem to get past Proverbs 26: 4-5:…
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Proverbs SOAP: Don’t chase riches of the wrong kind
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 23:4 Do not wear yourself out to get rich; have the wisdom to show restraint. Observation: Watch where you are placing your focus and be sure it is in the right places. Do not shoot for the wrong things and spread yourself too thin. Application: This one…
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Proverbs SOAP: Please help with my cheerful heart
Scripture: Proverbs 17:22 A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up bones. Observation: Having the right frame of mind can make all the difference… A happy outlook brings healing. Application: Today and tomorrow I and 12,999 cyclists are riding in a bicycle ride from Houston to Austin (about 180 miles) to…
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Proverbs SOAP: I’ve gotta watch my tone and words
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 15:1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. Observation: I think this refers both to the actual words spoken as well as to the tone used. Application: I could do a better job watching my tone and thinking before I speak.…
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Proverbs SOAP: On being neighborly and sharing….
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 14:21 He who despises his neighbor sins, but blessed is he who is kind to the needy. Observation: It is sinful to not care for those around you. Those who help others will be rewarded. Application: On first reading of this passage, I thought about my neighbors…
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Proverbs SOAP: Be diligent to get things done
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 13: 4 The sluggard craves and gets nothing, but the desires of the diligent are fully satisfied. Observation: Simply wanting something won’t get it for you. Working hard for it, bit by bit, will. Application: If I really want to achieve something I can’t just ‘want’ it……
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Proverbs SOAP: Listen to advice
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 12:15 The way of a fool seems right to him, but a wise man listens to advice. Observation: Only fools assume they have everything right on their own. Those who are wise (or long to be wise) seek out and listen to solid advice. Application: Seek out…