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Scripture Graphics #64

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Even as a recipient of reproof we have a responsibility…to be receptive, teachable, pliable. When we cease being these things, we are in great danger.


Part of being a virtuous woman is not just being busy, but being discerning. Whether it is producing merchandise or purchasing it, she perceives that it is good—she cares about quality.


How often do we pause to consider the question? And what is our answer? In the labor that we do, is there eternal profit? Is our heart focused on glorifying God and exalting Him to others? “Only one life, ‘twill soon be passed; only what’s done for Christ will last.”


This verse does not mean to live wickedly and foolishly (as verse 17 clarifies) but, “he that feareth God shall come forth of them all.” (vs. 18b) It is possible to position ourselves as righteous and wise apart from the fear of God, but this is never the wisdom and righteousness of God and it will fade away, potentially bringing us harm. It should be “fear God” first, not “be righteous and wise” first.

What book of the Bible are you reading today?

Scripture Graphics #63

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In this world, it is easy to get caught up in “making ends meet” and “having a cushion”—but is that our own wisdom? If our wisdom keeps us from sharing our riches with those in need, maybe we are too focused on our money. If our focus shifts to money rather than ministry, it could be that our labor is to be rich, not to follow God. This does not give us permission to be careless, but it is a good reminder to check our motives.
A faithful man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent. (Proverbs 28:20)


If I notice a lot of strife around me, I need to stop and check: am I the one being contentious?


Envy can be one of those silent sins that we nurture in our hearts. If no one sees it, it doesn’t seem as sinful. But here, it is portrayed as worth than anger and wrath (which are outrageous and cruel). Just like we have to be on guard to not give place to wrath, we must also guard against envy.


We must ever be on guard against a hardened heart—it can happen so quickly. Is our heart tender toward the Lord? Do we fear Him and truly believe His Word? If we catch ourselves in mischief, with a hardened heart, the previous verse gives us a choice: “He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.” (Proverbs 28:13)


What is something you’ve learned from God’s Word this week?

Scripture Graphics #62

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It is our own foolishness that maekes our way twisted and has “hard feelings” against the Lord. Too often, even believers blame God for the feelings of their heart, or they blame satan—but it is man himself.


Not all instruction out there lines up with God’s Word. There are many foolish men and women who have a voice in this world, which is why we must know the words of knowledge for ourselves.


The word “chosen” stood out to me. It is not that some people happen to have a good name or loving favor—we all have a choice how we behave. But many people choose something that fades away—like gold and silver—over godly character.

Which verse about wisdom vs. foolishness have you read recently?

Scripture Graphics #61

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“The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.” Proverbs 13:4
“Wealth gotten by vanity shall be diminished: but he that gathereth by labour shall increase.” Proverbs 13:11
“In all labour there is profit: but the talk of the lips tendeth only to penury.” Proverbs 14:23


What is our diet—what do we crave? When we have free time to use, do we fill our minds with empty entertainment or do we seek that which encourages godliness?


We can justify pretty much anything we do and convince ourselves that there is absolutely nothing wrong with doing “this or that.” But we aren’t the judge of what is clean—God is. And if we truly want to know if He approves, we will seek His definition of what is clean and good. “By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the LORD men depart from evil.” (vs 6)

Wisdom never comes by accident. We must desire it, separate ourselves, and seek it. Many people stop at just desiring it.


Share a verse you read today!

Scripture Graphics #60

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It is good to stop and ponder our lives: what are we doing? How are we living? Where are we going? And do our answers glorify God?


The last verse stood out to me: truth and righteousness are not “cryptic messages” if we understand. If we are confused about truth and righteousness, then we need to find knowledge—to dig into God’s Word and learn for ourselves what is truth.


How do I respond to instruction and teaching? It will reveal if I am wise and teachable or not.
The wise in heart will receive commandments: but a prating fool shall fall. (Proverbs 10:8)
He is in the way of life that keepeth instruction: but he that refuseth reproof erreth. (Proverbs 10:17)


How often do we purposefully use our words to encourage others? It is easy to carelessly say things which add to a heavy heart, but do we even think about giving a good word?

What is the last verse in Proverbs that you’ve memorized?
If it has been a while, then I’d like to challenge you to pick a verse to memorize this week — then comment and share which one you picked!

Scripture Graphics #59

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In the day when I cried thou answeredst me, and strengthenedst me with strength in my soul. (Psalms 138:3)
How often do we doubt God’s ability to answer because His answer does not come exactly how we think it should? How often God sustains us and gives us grace to go through trials and troubles—is that not answer to our cries? God may not remove our trouble, but that does not mean He doesn’t hear us and answer our needs.


It is human nature to think first and foremost of the personal comfort of ourselves. How often do we desire answered prayer JUST for another reason to praise God?

James 1:5 reminds us that, if we lack wisdom, we can ask of God Who gives it liberally. The verses prefacing Proverbs 2:6 give a little more insight about being recipients of God’s wisdom. We are to receive His Words and hide His commandments in us (vs. 1), incline our ears to wisdom and apply our hearts to understanding (vs. 2), cry after knowledge and understanding (vs. 3), seek it as silver, search for it as hid treasures (vs. 4), and *then* verse five comes. We can’t just ask for wisdom and get it. If we truly want to know God’s wisdom, we won’t just pray occasionally for wisdom—we will saturate ourselves with God’s Word, which reveals His wisdom.

How often do we look at our substance (wealth, riches) and ask, “Am I glorifying God with this?”


If these are words from father to son, how much more important is it for us as God’s children to continually keep His Word in front of us?

Scripture Graphics #58

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No matter who we are, we are always responsible for how we keep God’s Word.


 Two anchors of Christianity that many people debate today: God’s presence and His truth. Where do we stand on the issue? Can we, as the Psalmist, state this with assurance?


Waiting for the Lord—in anything, at any stage—should never be hopeless desperation. Our waiting should be coupled with a calm, assured hope in His Word—for He is faithful that promised.

What one verse encourages you in a waiting time?

Scripture Graphics #57

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This is a daily commitment I need to make. Today…do I choose to delight in His Word, or does something temporal steal my delight? Today…do I choose to remember His Word, or do I do my devotions to get it checked off my list and then forget everything I’ve read?

We all face those days when our soul is heavy—but do we solve it with a temporal “band-aid” or ignore it and try to live through it? There is amazing help in God’s Word, yet so often that is the last place we go to for help and strength.

Is this true for me? Do I value God’s Word as much as money? We say, “If we only had $$$” but do we ever say, “If I only apply God’s Word more?” We put effort into saving up for things, but does our effort to hide God’s Word in our heart at all compare?


If we don’t keep God’s testimonies, it’s the same as saying, “Your words really don’t mean much to me.”

What is your favorite verse in Psalm 119?

Scripture Graphics #56

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In Israel’s eyes, Egypt’s animosity was a terrible thing. Yet, it was orchestrated by God to ultimately bring freedom to His people. What may appear to be bad just may be something that God, in His wisdom, has allowed for our ultimate good.

No matter what we’re going through, He is good, His mercy endures forever. This is cause enough for us to give thanks in any circumstance.

This verse got me to thinking: how is making His wonderful works remembered an act of graciousness and compassion? One way I’ve thought about is that having a record of God’s faithfulness in the past gives us hope for what lies ahead—for we are serving the God Who never changes!

Scripture Graphics #55

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As believers, we have assurance of God holding us (not us holding God). Not only that, but we also have His Word to daily comfort us on our journey.

He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities. For as the heaven is high above the earth, so great is his mercy toward them that fear him. As far as the east is from the west, so far hath he removed our transgressions from us.

(Psalms 103:10-12)

Satan can use the weight of guilt to immobilize us and cast a barrier between us and God. But we are forgiven! And this forgiveness is done God’s way, not man’s.


These wait all upon thee; that thou mayest give them their meat in due season. That thou givest them they gather: thou openest thine hand, they are filled with good. Thou hidest thy face, they are troubled: thou takest away their breath, they die, and return to their dust. Thou sendest forth thy spirit, they are created: and thou renewest the face of the earth. (Psalms 104:27-30)
God’s hand is still at work in nature. He still watches over everything and cares for them.