It is time for me to share one of the things that has stuck with me for over 25 years. Reading Scripture on a daily basis is important. It is a big deal with me.
At a meeting almost three decades ago I want encouraged to read Proverbs each day. Remember that there are 31 chapters and 31 days in most months. One chapter a day brings strength and wisdom. Dig in and read daily.
Recently I have had people ask me where to start in the Bible reading on a daily basis. I encourage people to stick with the basics. Start with Proverbs, Psalms and the Gospels, Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. That will give you a great view of our God.
Here is the chapter from yesterday. Several of these verses stick out for me as ones that are important and point us in a direction to see God.
Proverbs 21 NLT
The king’s heart is like a stream of water directed by the Lord; he guides it wherever he pleases.
2 People may be right in their own eyes, but the Lord examines their heart.
3 The Lord is more pleased when we do what is right and just than when we offer him sacrifices.
5 Good planning and hard work lead to prosperity, but hasty shortcuts lead to poverty.
8 The guilty walk a crooked path; the innocent travel a straight road.
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Those who shut their ears to the cries of the poor will be ignored in their own time of need.
16 The person who strays from common sense will end up in the company of the dead.
20 The wise have wealth and luxury, but fools spend whatever they get.
21 Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love will find life, righteousness, and honor.
25 Despite their desires, the lazy will come to ruin, for their hands refuse to work.
26 Some people are always greedy for more, but the godly love to give!
31 The horse is prepared for the day of battle, but the victory belongs to the Lord.
May we lean on the Lord, listen to His voice, and seek Him on a daily basis. Every day with Jesus is a great thing.
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