Category: Bible Study
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Share His wisdom. Proverbs 23
If you are reading the Proverbs in 31 Days with us, our reading for Wednesday was Proverbs 23. Scripture: Proverbs 23: 16 my inmost being will rejoice when your lips speak what is right. Observation: God is pleased when we speak truth, sharing His wisdom. Application: God wants us to pursue Him, learn about Him…
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Apply the wisdom. Proverbs 22
If you are reading the Proverbs in 31 Days with us, our reading for today is Proverbs 22. Scripture: Proverbs 22: 17 Pay attention and listen to the sayings of the wise; apply your heart to what I teach, Observation: Don’t just gloss over what I am sharing with you. Take it to heart. Really…
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Keep from straying. Proverbs 21
If you are reading the Proverbs in 31 Days with us, our reading for today is Proverbs 21. Scripture: Proverbs 21:16 A man who strays from the path of understanding comes to rest in the company of the dead. Observation: Keep learning and staying with God. Don’t stray. Application: It sounds to me like God…
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Waging war? Seek guidance. Proverbs 20
If you are reading the Proverbs in 31 Days with us, our reading for today is Proverbs 20. Scripture: Proverbs 20: 18 Make plans by seeking advice; if you wage war, obtain guidance. Observation: Search out good advice when you are going into a potentially challenging situation. Application: So much in life really can be…
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God’s focused plan vs my multifaceted one. Proverbs 19
If you are reading the Proverbs in 31 Days with us, our reading for today is Proverbs 19. Here is what I heard: Scripture: Proverbs 19: 21 Many are the plans in a man’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails. Observation: We may have a lot of plans, but it is the…
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Listen before responding. Proverbs 18
If you are reading the Proverbs in 31 Days with us, our reading for today is Proverbs 18. Scripture: Proverbs 18:13 He who answers before listening– that is his folly and his shame Observation: Listen (to the whole story) before responding. Application: I see two applications here: One: It is important to not jump in…
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Show grace. Proverbs 17
If you are reading the Proverbs in 31 Days with us, our reading for today (Thursday) is Proverbs 17. Here is what I heard: Scripture: Proverbs 17: 9 He who covers over an offense promotes love, but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends. Observation: If you can show grace when you have been wronged,…
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Planning with God: Proverbs 16
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…
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Calm down and turn away wrath Proverbs 15
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…
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Hard work versus talk. Proverbs 14
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…
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Wisdom on becoming wise. Proverbs 13
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…
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Diligence. Proverbs 12
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…
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Ahhh, how I love refreshment Proverbs 11
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…
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The secret to getting things done: Proverbs 10
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…
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Leaving my simple ways. Proverbs 9
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…