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Day 21
Day 21 | Be Open To Spiritual Awareness
ACTIVITY
Continue:
- P.A.C.T.—Pray | Ask | Confess | Thank
- P.A.S.S.—Pray Prior | Author's Intent | Stop when Convicted | Share
Your Call To Act (C.T.A.) today is:
- Prepare your heart for growth in spiritual awareness.
PROVERBS 14
14 The wise woman builds her house,
but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down.
2 Whoever fears the Lord walks uprightly,
but those who despise him are devious in their ways.
3 A fool’s mouth lashes out with pride,
but the lips of the wise protect them.
4 Where there are no oxen, the manger is empty,
but from the strength of an ox come abundant harvests.
5 An honest witness does not deceive,
but a false witness pours out lies.
6 The mocker seeks wisdom and finds none,
but knowledge comes easily to the discerning.
7 Stay away from a fool,
for you will not find knowledge on their lips.
8 The wisdom of the prudent is to give thought to their ways,
but the folly of fools is deception.
9 Fools mock at making amends for sin,
but goodwill is found among the upright.
10 Each heart knows its own bitterness,
and no one else can share its joy.
11 The house of the wicked will be destroyed,
but the tent of the upright will flourish.
12 There is a way that appears to be right,
but in the end it leads to death.
13 Even in laughter the heart may ache,
and rejoicing may end in grief.
14 The faithless will be fully repaid for their ways,
and the good rewarded for theirs.
15 The simple believe anything,
but the prudent give thought to their steps.
16 The wise fear the Lord and shun evil,
but a fool is hotheaded and yet feels secure.
17 A quick-tempered person does foolish things,
and the one who devises evil schemes is hated.
18 The simple inherit folly,
but the prudent are crowned with knowledge.
19 Evildoers will bow down in the presence of the good,
and the wicked at the gates of the righteous.
20 The poor are shunned even by their neighbors,
but the rich have many friends.
21 It is a sin to despise one’s neighbor,
but blessed is the one who is kind to the needy.
22 Do not those who plot evil go astray?
But those who plan what is good find love and faithfulness.
23 All hard work brings a profit,
but mere talk leads only to poverty.
24 The wealth of the wise is their crown,
but the folly of fools yields folly.
25 A truthful witness saves lives,
but a false witness is deceitful.
26 Whoever fears the Lord has a secure fortress,
and for their children it will be a refuge.
27 The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life,
turning a person from the snares of death.
28 A large population is a king’s glory,
but without subjects a prince is ruined.
29 Whoever is patient has great understanding,
but one who is quick-tempered displays folly.
30 A heart at peace gives life to the body,
but envy rots the bones.
31 Whoever oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker,
but whoever is kind to the needy honors God.
32 When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down,
but even in death the righteous seek refuge in God.
33 Wisdom reposes in the heart of the discerning
and even among fools she lets herself be known.
34 Righteousness exalts a nation,
but sin condemns any people.
35 A king delights in a wise servant,
but a shameful servant arouses his fury.
TRANSCRIPT
Goal: Be Open to Spiritual Awareness
As we head into the next week I want you to be prepared for a week of spiritual awareness. I believe that Jesus taught that the greatest indication of spiritual success would be our own spiritual awareness we see this in the parable of the soil’s while there were three types of soil that produced nothing. There was one type of soil that produced all the produce and it was the one that was the softest the richest in the most conducive to receiving the seed which represents the truth. You are receptive we are to God’s truth the more rapidly we grow in the way that we become receptive is actually by becoming spiritually aware when our awareness goes up our spiritual receptive and he is able to receive the truth and respond to it more rapidly. Tomorrow we are going to unpack this word called accountability and we are going to discover how engaging accountability drives up spiritual awareness and receptivity.
DEVO
Do they not go astray who devise evil?
Those who devise good meet steadfast love and faithfulness.—Proverbs 14:22
There are three men I imagine above. There is the man who plans evil, and they plan to go astray. Then there is the man who plans good, and they plan to meet steadfast love and faithfulness. But there is also the man who plans nothing, and they get nothing. All three of the men get the result they devised. So what are you getting? Could it be precisely what you planned?
DO THIS: Plan for spiritual growth. Write down one thing you need to grow spiritually.
PRAY THIS: God, provide me with [insert your one thing here] this week so that I can grow and mature in you.
Share That You Completed Today's Challenge
Proverbs is so full of God’s wisdom and instruction.
We need to watch our speech because it can hurt someone
So much I learned. What we do in our house, what we speak and how we act, can hurt ourselves and others.
v29 Whoever is slow to anger has great understanding, but he who has a hasty temper exalts folly.
How many times has frustration turned to anger for me? A constant area where I pray for the Lord’s word to calm me.
I need to continue with not just praying but reading through scripture every day.
Verse 34 slapped me in the face this morning, “Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin disgraces any people.”
I truly believe that we as individual people have allowed sin to disgrace our nation. People are quick to point a finger at the leadership no matter which side, when, in reality, our hearts have not fully accepted our Savior. We have neglected our roles as the image and likeness of the Creator. We’ve been throwing seed into bad soil rather than following the leading of the Holy Spirit to work the soil and make it more receptive to the seed. Bad soil can change.
Fear of the Lord brings a secure fortress. Producing fruit for God; this is what I desire and need to grow.
Things I got today: Fear of the Lord brings a secure fortress. One thing I need to grow spiritually–producing fruit for God.
FORTRESS! 💪🏼💪🏼
I like verse 31, “… whoever is kind to the needy honors God.” Our acts of kindness for others, especially the needy, gives honor to God.
30 A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.
You see the rot of envy everywhere and we all have it in different forms. I wonder what is the line between envy and recognition of something envious. When do we cross the line and it starts to rot our minds. I feel that typically I am envious of what I perceive as better, but in many cases it isn’t in reality. I am also to lazy to waste my time on envy, I typically think if I wanted that I could get it, but I don’t want it bad enough. Maybe that is pride talking.
(2/12/21) Proverbs 14:32-33 The Passion Translation
“The wicked are crushed by every calamity, but the lovers of God find a strong hope even in the time of death. Wisdom soothes the heart of the one with living-understanding, but the heart of the fool just stockpiles stupidity.”
Today, I received a call-back from one of the 5 people I tried to talk to yesterday. She was “crushed” by Trump’s loss and the events of the present. She recently lost her government job and was considering suicide. I was able to remind her of our years together when she was in my junior high Bible study. (She is now 57 years old.) She had stopped “believing in God” and was “stockpiling her stupidity” from the news of the world. I think she is beginning to make a return to Christ. Please pray for Michelle. She was filled with tears during most of our conversation.
Joel, the timing is of God. Hopelessness is hard to deal with in this world. That is why I am glad I put my hope in God.
AGREE! 👊🏼👊🏼
Looking at the world today we can definitely see the devil at work, but praise be……….
God trumps
Again and again we see how a foolish person lives and a wise person, the wise walks in obedience to God and he love the Lord, and reveal it by wise choices. The foolish go about with the only care about what happens as long as it goes his way. It’s all about me
I am challenged in actually doing what I become aware in my spirit, especially if it is a new awareness.
Pray about everything.
12 There is a way that appears to be right,
but in the end it leads to death.
A fool’s mouth lashes out with pride, but the lips of the wise protect them.
33 Wisdom reposes in the heart of the discerning
and even among fools she lets herself be known.
We all, even fools, are afforded the right to learn, become knowledgeable and wise and discerning. My pride has many times made me say foolish and hurtful things. I know right from wrong and if I would finally use the wisdom and knowledge I do have to just be quiet… many problems could’ve been avoided. It’s all right here for us to learn and become wise. However, it takes action to see results.
When we are not in relationship with a God, we tend to go our own way with devices and thoughts that are wicked. It is only through God, that we are able to see these devious ways to change and walk towards the path of righteousness.
Are you also in Vince’s mentoring program? If so, nice to meet you so to speak. I look forward to to learning more about and with you over the next year!
#boom. https://beresolute.org/all-in-mentoring/
Hey Cory, yes I am in the mentoring program as well. Nice to meet you and also looking forward to learning more about you and alongside you in the mentorship program.
As I read this chapter I could feel the lord talking to me and pointing things out to me. I’m still processing and praying about them and what he wants me to learn and understand.
Take you time—even consider it all day!
As I was reading today I couldn’t help but think about this quote… “ Sow a thought and you reap an action; sow an act and you reap a habit; sow a habit and you reap a character; sow a character and you reap a Legacy”. I’m trying to make every day the day that would grow my character!
27 The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, – not just wisdom, but life. Although they do go hand in hand. I enjoy gaining new insight on the things of this world through the words of ? Solomon
v29 Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly.
This one hit me today. This has been something I have been working on for a while. And just when I feel like I am making headway, something simple goes wrong (like getting to work and realizing I forgot my keys) that gets me really frustrated and I react poorly.
God, I pray that you keep working in my heart and help me to take things in stride and not be quick-tempered.
I feel like my spiritual growth has been incredibly increasingly especially within the last I’de say 15 years or so. There is definitely still more spiritual awareness to be gained, it is a daily process and I am ALWAYS receptive to increase wisdom in this area. I just thank the Lord for what he has done in this world and am very greatful to be a child of his amazing teaching in a path led towards a even more successful future!
Done
Verse 23. “All hard work brings a profit but mere talk leads only to poverty.” This really spoke to me today, I think of what we are trying to do here, creating that brotherhood it will take work on my part and know that talking about doing it is only the first part! Putting yourself out there is not easy, at least for me!
What has been pressing on my heart today is: Seek God with your whole heart and lean not on your own understanding
I need to be more patience towards others and read more of the bible to glorify jesus.
Still reading Proverbs everyday…but really haven’t done the “friend” thing………timing has just not been good for me on this .
But Proverbs is definately a good way to start my day!
Whoever fears the Lord has a secure fortress,
and for their children it will be a refuge.
I see my daughter and her husband doing this for their son. I pray that God will bless their efforts like he blessed my wife and I
I see in today’s world and society the selfishness and mockery people have. They judge their fellow
Brothers and sisters and look out for their own needs.
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15: “The simple believe anything, but the prudent give thought to their steps.” How often do we see this played out in today’s society through scams and on TV shows? It’s always amazing how lessons from LONG past are still relevant.
Yes. loooong past right?!
Proverbs 14 just covers a LOT of ground. Funny thing though, I found the Truth and Wisdom stepped on my toes – more than a little.
I pray that the good Lord provides me with the quiet time alone with Him that His Holy Spirit will guide me through His holy word and scriptures allowing me to see His holy path for me.
All hard work brings a profit, but mere leads only to poverty. This spoke to me – not financially, could be spiritual poverty, could be relational profits, etc…
Be wise with your heart.
Hello gentleman, I have fallen behind, but refuse to quit.I have set up a meet with someone early this week. And prayerfully complete tasks from days gone by. Yesterdays sermon by Pastor Dan Correa, would have fit in this days activity perfectly. Rebooting Mind /Faith, it mentioned this topic for growth and a re-kindling of our walk and Spiritual well being. I pray for all of you, God Bless
34 Righteousness exalts a nation,
but sin condemns any people.
I pray for righteousness to prevail in our nation, that truth would prevail. “If my people who are called by my name, would humble themselves and pray, I would Hear from heaven and heal their land.” Let’s humbly pray for healing in our land.
9 Fools mock at making amends for sin,
but goodwill is found among the upright.
There are people in my past that I have sinned against, and I hope that I will be able to meet them again to ask for forgiveness. These days it seems that asking for forgiveness somehow makes the person weak.
It requires Godly wisdom to be aware of what is going on around us and what God would have us to do. I’m so thankful for the Holy Spirit and his guidance. Our responsibility is to be open to the will of God.
One proverb says, “but even in death the righteous seek refuge in God.” So the book of Proverbs is good for eternity, as well as this temporary life.
12 There is a way that appears to be right,
but in the end it leads to death.
Only God and give true perspective. I must ask Him on all things.
Whoever is kind to the poor honors God. I need to be kinder.
Blessings
FWIW, I have never regretted being slow to speak… But I have often regretted a quick tongue.
The best advice anyone has ever given me is to respond in heated moments simply by saying, “I need to think about this for a little bit… Let’s talk tomorrow“
Works every time
Two verses struck me:
12 “There is a way that appears to be right,
but in the end it leads to death.”
So many people living in this world try to be “good” and think this is the “right path,” but “in the end it leads to death.” It is hard to help people see past this “good” for humanity, rather than doing good for God.
29 “Whoever is patient has great understanding,
but one who is quick-tempered displays folly.”
I am a culprit of this verse. I have become better at being patient, but on occassion my “quick-temper” is displayed, which truly does show my “folly.”
Good recap! Looking forward to being more spiritual aware!
A dire warning I heard in verse 13, even in laughter the heart may ache, and rejoicing may end in grief, which is something I think we ALL need to remember from time to time. And a reminder of past actions in verse 21, it is a sin to despise one’s neighbor, but blessed is the one who is kind to the needy. When I was in the military, I DEFINITELY hated some of the people I worked with, my neighbors, but I have grown a lot spiritually since then, so I still look back on that difficult time in my life with some heartache for the way things happened, but I no longer despise the people that were simply holding me accountable for mistakes I had made.
I really like this scripture reading today! Hope all of you have a great day brothers!
My meet up is happening today!! Whoot!
Verse 3
I always reckon back the saying that “it is better to say nothing and be thought a fool than to speak and remove all doubt.” I personally struggle immensely with this as silence in a group of people is very uncomfortable for me and I always feel the need to add something to a conversation. Sometimes the most profound thing that we can say is nothing. God created our bodies (and mouths) to have lips so that there is a literal “gate” to control the words that we speak. I ask that He continue to give me the strength and knowledge of when to keep my lips shut.
V1 “The wise woman builds her house
but by her own hands the foolish woman tears it down.”
Through wise decision making and seeking Godly counsel we better our lives, and succeed in what we do (building house)
however foolish decisions burn bridges and leave us with many regrets(tearing down house). Its parallel to the sowing and reaping principle in Galatians.
9 Fools mock at making amends for sin,
but goodwill is found among the upright.
How often do I go out of my way to make amends for my sin? I apologize typically, but do I truly strive to make it right? To make efforts to repair the broken relationship, to build the other person back up where I have caused hurt and torn them down?
The simple believe anything but the prudent give thought to their steps.
My nature is to believe and encourage others and while those can be good qualities, a guardrail for me to prevent being simple is to discuss an idea or a problem with my shield lock. Take a beat and ask my trusted brothers before jumping into action.
Can’t help but feel like I’m catching a beat down during the reading of this book…spiritually that is. But Vince called it, “spiritual awareness”. I’ve been exactly throughout this challenge, it’s like the challenge of a new diet and achieving the loss of weight. So it is here too, the gain of spiritual awareness,…keep growing!!
I can relate brother! Keep after it!
There were many points in this passage. Met up with a brother yesterday and God continues to amaze me and place me in conversations that will challenge me. What a blessing to seek Gods will for our life.
The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, that one may turn away from the snares of death.
A fear if the lord leads to understanding
Stay righteous and honorable in the eyes of the Lord. Do all things for him and through him. This will please the Lord and take you down the path that leads to His kingdom.
Well said Jay! A lot of what is being taught here is a reminder of things learned
V9 Fools mock at making amends for sin,
How true that the seriousness of sin is continually downplayed by society at large and us as individuals. I pray we men of faith will be humble enough to repent.
With all the comparisons, wise-foolish, prudent- lazy, righteousness- wicked, and there results we are being instructed on how to live our life, it’s our choice now. Thank you Lord for your word.
My verse today is 8, “The wisdom of the prudent is to give thought to their ways, but the folly of fools is deception.” I’ve been distracted the past few days. It was helpful to attend engage tonight. The open discussion and reading of God’s Word helps to bring focus and thoughtful examination to the forefront, driving out the distraction. The greatest deception is sometimes the fool deceiving himself.
Verse 4: Where there are no oxen, the manger is empty,
but from the strength of an ox come abundant harvests.
Praying for an abundance of servant leader disciple makers!
As I read through Hebrews, Chapter 7 this morning, it stated that we should put aside the elemental teachers of Christ and move to spiritual maturity.
As I meditate on it, the one thought came to mind that Jesus said we will do more things, mainly because His Spirit is in us and therefore staying in Him, we will do His will, reflect His character and move to make the world a better place.
I know I was created for His purpose and to glorify Him in all I do! What do I have that wasn’t given to me.
The valley He takes me through is pruning and shaping me into His image. Not always fun, but forced growth if it is embraced.
To Christ be praised!
9 Fools mock at making amends for sin,
but goodwill is found among the upright.
Imagine a world where we are all accountable for our actions and our sins. We all sin fellas. We all make mistakes. Asking forgiveness from God and from those around us effected by our sins is incredibly important.
I felt convicted by verse 29, which says “Whoever is slow to anger has great understanding, but he who has a hasty temper exalts folly.”
Lord, help me to seek out your grace so that I may extend it to others, as you have done for me.
Todays theme through the passages brought the word integrity to my mind. My employeer has integrity listed as one of their 5 company values. Verse 2 sums it up: Whoever fears the Lord walks uprightly, but those who despise him are devious in their ways. My work defines integrity: “We hold ourselves to an exceptional standard. We gauge our success on achievement, not activity. We work in a high-trust, high-performance setting that allows us to decided how to best deliver for our clients and our company.”
27- “The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life “
Thanks men. Always encouraging to read from engaged gentlemen.
Verse 29. When i feel anger swelling, this is a signal to turn to God to help channel this into effective action through humility and repentance. This allows God to help me have understanding with what is happening in my life.
I find myself far too often trying to obey the Word in my own strength. That can work for a moment, but it cannot be sustained. Keeping my focus on what I am called to do is important, but I cannot take my eyes off the One who is calling.
29 Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly.
For me it is some times hard to be patient when someone is intentionally making false statements about me or doing things that make a unsafe work environment .
verse 34 “Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin condemns any people.”
Humility is the beginning of integrity and righteousness. God promises when we humble ourselves we will be exalted. And when we are exalted, our homes, our churches, our workplaces, our cities can be exalted.
Verse 14, I’ve backslidden several times, and the fruit each time is always bitter, following God is much better than any sin, and the times I’ve fallen have taught me how to have a steady walk with Christ
21 It is a sin to despise one’s neighbor,
but blessed is the one who is kind to the needy.
Love your neighbor as yourself!
Two verses for me to reflect on:
29 Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly.
31 Whoever oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors God.
Out of this whole Psalm, I want my fear of the Lord to be a secure fortress for my children. I hope that is what I have done so far. If we are faithful He is faithful!
Proverb not Psalm
I pray that engaging in accountability will increase spiritual awareness, soften my heart more to the truth and transforming work of the word!
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Today’s scripture spoke to me in several ways. I believe the author is warning us against scoffing and possibly being simple-minded. But to be prudent. And fear for the Lord this seems to be something we have lost. Verses 26 and27 speak to this
It is vital to evaluate my actions. I believe that is why we need others in our life that can speak into it and tactfully open our eyes when we are walking off God’s path. We all can make choices to live foolishly or wise – we build that base one choice at a time every day.
All my devos today line up with proverbs 14. Be slow to anger and be wise in your listening, especially active listening.
Just what I needed to read today. Amazing how god places the right materials in our lives.
Day 21: v 23 All hard work brings a profit,
but mere talk leads only to poverty.
This reminder is good for me as I have developed a new emphasis in my territory to truly follow that plan and not slip back toward the “easier” but less productive sales calls
V 29 Whoever is patient has great understanding,
but one who is quick-tempered displays folly.
A reminder for me to be patient with my kids. In doing this, I will be able to be more careful in discipline as I read yesterday
I couldn’t help but think of one word here, and that word is LOVE. We all need more patience and understanding, the level we can get to on our own is not nearly enough but with Christ in us can we can get there. It begins and ends with Love, after all without love any other good thing is considered meaningless.
8. The wisdom of the prudent is to give thoughts to their ways. 15b The prudent give thought to their steps. Lord lead my steps today.
Vs 26 really struck me: who ever fears the lord has a secure fortress and for children it will be a refuge. I look at our grandchildren and see how important this Godly house is to them. We are so blessed.
This has definitely solidified the power of prayer !! Help me Lord as I deal with life everyday !!
“The wise watch their steps and avoid evil; fools are headstrong and reckless.”
Proverbs 14:16 MSG
Truth and command.
Lord, thank you for showing me how to lower my pride and surrender all. I openly am following you. Today, I surrender all over again. Thank you for all you’ve done for me. I love you Lord and I am at your service. In Jesus Name, Amen.
The reference to the parable caused me to read Matt 13. Verse 22 says “the worries of this life and the deceitfulness of wealth choke the word, making it unfruitful.” That is where I am at. Please pray that I return to my first love.
I see a message of security in the heart/confidence of a listener to wisdom. And a hopeless, or empty hope covered by envy, lies, or foolish talk from the self-loving.
Where is my confidence? This morning it feels far away from God.
I want confidence in Him. Faith, not sight.
Verse 2 “Whoever fears the Lord walks uprightly” I realized that these last 3 weeks I have basically been following this verse. By not wanting to disappoint the Lord, my relationship with him and all the people in my life have improved.
There are two spiritual thing I need to grow in, fasting and sabbath.
23 All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty. This is convicting me. I’ve been slacking in working hard at my secular job for quite a while now. I have been lazy in my work ethic. Thank you, Lord, for kicking me where it hurts. I need your loving guidance everyday!
5 An honest witness does not deceive,
but a false witness pours Out lies.
Pray for our country during this impeachment trial that the truth will prevail
Have a purpose in your life, live for the Lord and walk in his ways, avoid the snares of this world and you will be blessed.
Whoever fears the Lord has a secure fortress, and for their children it will be a refuge.
I pray that we (Donna and I) have a secure fortress for our children.
I am every even if I am not committing.
King Solomon was rich in wisdom, look at your friends are they many? We are indeed rich with the brothers we have in our lives to help us, hold our feet to the fire and walk beside us when we fail. Thank you Jesus for my friends who are there to the end.
Thank you Lord for the book of Proverbs – What great wisdom it provides
Complete
What a challenge. Meeting with a brother from another mother. Tip. To walk on the path of righteousness. Heed Solomons warnings about the foolishness we can so easily get wrapped up in.
Not reacting the way Judas reacted when I get publicly admonished. Do I lash out, internalize it and plot to get even or do I accept it, pray about it and respond in a manner worthy of God’s love?
27 The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life,
turning a person from the snares of death.
Seeking God to keep my heart right in that I know Him deeply, but still fear Him in a healthy way.
Really heard from Jesus today in this reading………the stronger our faith, the more wisdom we gain, we then make better decisions and that whole “Salvation” road given to us by Jesus is so visible, delivered from sin and its consequences.
Day 21:
Again, I think verse 12 reiterates to me the importance of Godly counsel and receiving wisdom from other men. I know this may shock you, but I CAN BE WRONG and when I am not relying on God’s Word for instruction and brothers in the Lord for accountability, eventually I will get off. Verse 15 comes from that same vein. I need God’s word in my heart to guide my steps.
“Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.”
Psalms 119:105 NIV
“ There is a way that appears to be right, but in the end it leads to death.
The simple believe anything, but the prudent give thought to their steps.”
Proverbs 14:12, 15 NIV
What a awakening chapter on living and thinking ahead before we speak each moment of our daily lives.
V29 Whoever has patience has great understanding..
Good words for me today!
While doing these daily assignments and Bible readings does get done, I confess my schedule gets full of whatever and I don’t allow much time for meaningful relationships.
Surround your selfs with wisdom and knowledge of god. Avoid those situations that cause you to stray. Focus on the lord.
Proverbs is all about “buts” and “ands,” and Chapter 14 is no exception. It struck me how simple wisdom is if we just think before we act or speak and understand there will be consequences.
Verses 17 & 29 warn against a quick temper and its results. Two reminders in the same chapter tell me to think and slow down before shooting off my mouth with stupid thoughts.
The simple believe anything, but the prudent give thought to their steps. Its is wise to not act in haste, but to think through your actions and act wisely.
Verse 30 A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.
Lord Thank You for helping me rest in You.
Striving or Envying after worldly
things is So Very Consuming and Destructive not only to yourself but your family also.
Proverbs is all about “buts” and “ands”, and Chapter 14 is no exception. It struck me how simple being wise is in our daily living if we just think briefly and seek wisdom before acting because there will be consequences.
As we start to engage in accountability I got stopped on verse 12 “There is a way that seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death.” That’s what’s so powerful about us having a brother that will help us see things God’s way which probably isn’t the path of least resistance that we were heading on.
verse 23
All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty.
I like to think this “profit” means so much more than money. We as men and as the Christian church need to do less “talking” and more doing of “hard work.”
Have a great day guys.
29 Whoever is patient has great understanding,
but one who is quick-tempered displays folly.
My Bible translation puts it this way, “People with understanding control their anger; a hot temper shows great foolishness.”
As a manager of employees I find myself sometimes losing patience when someone makes a decision that I don’t agree with. It often isn’t an outward display but internally I think to myself things like, “What we’re they thinking! Why in the world would they do that! How foolish!” This verse convicted me that I need to be better at asking questions and seeking understanding. Just because someone doesn’t do something the way I would have done it doesn’t mean that it was wrong. In fact, sometimes I may be the foolish one for reacting the way I did!
Be aware of the temptation around you. Stay righteous on your path. Do not be a fool. Everything you do, do it in God’s name.
Verse 29 stood out; talks about a patient man and a quick-tempered man. With age I have found anger, irritability and touchiness come quickly. My pray today is for God to control my quick temper and give me humility and repentance. That I might be a Christ- like example for those around me. Especially my kids and grandkids.
A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.
Proverbs 14:30 I believe that one way to have a peaceful heart is to practice all the disciplines that we are learning or being reminded of in this challenge. Rather than sitting back in envy of those who do.
Verses 2 and 27 caused me to think about the fear of God and how I should be aware of God’s fear when evil is just around the corner. It is comforting for me that when I reach out to God, he is there to lead me! It takes work on my part to pray and ask God for that every day
Seek refuge in the Lord/God.