daily in Proverbs

It was more than 30 years ago when a pastor suggested to make Proverbs a part of my every day life. I have shared this so many times in the e-devotion and with so many people. It is important that we take in the word of God each and every day.

Yesterday I listened to a high school student share how spending time in God’s word every day makes a huge difference in her life. Last night I was talking with a young man who is incarcerated and how Proverbs has impacted him. And others have said the same thing I have found true.

Proverbs has 31 chapters and most months have 31 days. That means reading one chapter per day is a great addition for any of us that make that choice. People have shared how God’s truth impacts their lives in this way. This is one of those things that I say loud and proud, “test God.” His word changes us. It changes everything.

Here are just a few of the verses from Proverbs that stick out in my brain from years of reading…

Proverbs 1:7 NLT

Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.

Proverbs 2:20 NLT

So follow the steps of the good, and stay on the paths of the righteous.

Proverbs 3:5-6 NLT

Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.

Proverbs 8:11 NLT

For wisdom is far more valuable than rubies. Nothing you desire can compare with it.

Proverbs 14:4 NLT

Without oxen a stable stays clean, but you need a strong ox for a large harvest.

Proverbs 16:1 NLT

We can make our own plans, but the Lord gives the right answer.

Proverbs 27:17 NLT

As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend.

Proverbs 31:8-9 NLT

Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves; ensure justice for those being crushed. Yes, speak up for the poor and helpless, and see that they get justice.

There are so many more that stick out. When they stick out in my brain, they often are heard in my conversations. That is a big deal.

Make Proverbs a part of your daily life. See how God uses it in your life!

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