“Do not eat the food of a begrudging host, do not crave his delicacies; for he is the kind of person who is always thinking about the cost. “Eat and drink,” he says to you, but his heart is not with you. You will vomit up the little you have eaten and will have wasted … Continue reading Proverbs 23 – “Sorry to inconvenience you…”
Proverbs 22 – Tornado Ahead!
“The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and pay the penalty. In the paths of the wicked are snares and pitfalls, but those who would preserve their life stay far from them.”Proverbs 22:3, 5 NIV Alrighty! We’re back to movie inspired devotional thoughts! Have you ever seen “Twister?” Yes, the … Continue reading Proverbs 22 – Tornado Ahead!
Proverbs 21
The horse is made ready for the day of battle, but victory rests with the Lord.Proverbs 21:31 Recently my daughter started taking horse riding lessons. She’s learning a lot and so am I. Horses can be stubborn. They want to be the boss in any situation. If the rider has not gotten confidence in handling … Continue reading Proverbs 21
Proverbs 20
“Ears that hear and eyes that see— the Lord has made them both.”Proverbs 20:12 NIV How many times do we take for granted our ability to hear and see? Perhaps right now you can’t see and you are using a screen reader to participate in this blog devotional. Maybe your eyes work just fine but … Continue reading Proverbs 20
Proverbs 19 – The Judge
Photo by EKATERINA BOLOVTSOVA on Pexels.com "A false witness will not go unpunished, and whoever pours out lies will not go free."Proverbs 19:5 NIV Boy do we wish this was a passage that clearly describes all legal systems in the world. More often than not, we see false witnesses (and false accusers) walk away with little to … Continue reading Proverbs 19 – The Judge
Proverbs 18 – Man Caves and She-Sheds
"The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe."Proverbs 18:10 NIV Did you ever have a club house or a treehouse when you were a kid? Maybe you still do. I've heard of "Man Caves" and also more recently "She-Sheds" when people can unwind and enjoy things like video games … Continue reading Proverbs 18 – Man Caves and She-Sheds
Proverbs 17 – Peaceful dried-out bread
Better a dry crust with peace and quiet than a house full of feasting, with strife.Proverbs 17:1 NIV Have you ever tried to eat and enjoy a meal when you know the people you eat with are mad at each other or you. Or perhaps you are mad at them. Either way this verse reminds … Continue reading Proverbs 17 – Peaceful dried-out bread
Proverbs 16 – Abuse of power
Kings detest wrongdoing, for a throne is established through righteousness.Proverbs 16:12 NIV If you’ve study enough history you’ll see a pattern where historical events truly repeat themselves. Kings, heads of state, governmental leaders are dethroned when they join in on wrong doing. That is to say when they Lord their power over their subjects, abuse … Continue reading Proverbs 16 – Abuse of power
Proverbs 15 – Don’t Hulk Out
“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.”Proverbs 15:1 NIV Thanks again for joining me. It’s encouraging to know that I’m not the only one getting somethings out of the Proverbs this month. I think the sheer relatability of the wisdom contained in Proverbs is why I like it so … Continue reading Proverbs 15 – Don’t Hulk Out
Proverbs 14 – “I know just how you feel!”
“Each heart knows its own bitterness, and no one else can share its joy.”Proverbs 14:10 NIV In the middle of your grief, stress, sadness, has some well meaning person ever said to you “I know just how you feel” ? I believe most people are trying to help, but they don’t understand how damaging and … Continue reading Proverbs 14 – “I know just how you feel!”
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