Six Things the Lord Hates – Proverbs 6

I love watching “man on the street” type of videos. They can be very eye-opening. I wonder how people would respond to the question, “What does God hate?”
I think we’d hear things like murder, adultery, blasphemy, rape, etc. Today in Proverbs 6, we are given the list of six things God hates:
16 There are [...]

True Freedom – Proverbs 5

This morning I woke up with the word “freedom” on my mind. Perhaps it had something to do with last night’s election results, perhaps it was not. I wondered if I would find anything in today’s reading in Proverbs chapter 4.
Here is what jumped out at me today:
21 For a man’s ways are in full [...]

Guard your heart – Proverbs 4

Today’s reading brought me to this treasure in Proverbs chapter 4:
23 Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life.
God wants our hearts. The heart is the center of our faith and belief in Him. It is the basis for our relationship with our creator:
“For with the heart man believeth unto [...]

No Fear of Sudden Disaster – Proverbs 3

The coolest thing about reading the Bible is how you can read the same passage on two different days and get completely different meaning. Concerning the weight of this week’s Presidential election and all the craziness surrounding McCain vs Obama, I found great comfort in verses 21 through 26 in Proverbs 3 today:
21 My son, [...]

Give me only my daily bread – Proverbs 30

Looking back on my life, I’ve seen a disappointing pattern. First, I find myself in crisis and I cry out to God. While in crisis mode, I seek Him with all my heart, praying and searching His Word for answers. He rescues me and over time, my dedication to seeking Him daily with all my [...]

How do I find joy? – Proverbs 29

While reading Proverbs chapter 29 today, a particular verse jumped out at me:
6 An evil man is snared by his own sin, but a righteous one can sing and be glad.
The phrase “a righteous one can sing and be glad” caught my attention. I stopped reading and began to meditate on this one short verse.
I thought [...]

Some Words on Wisdom – Proverbs 29

Today’s chapter has much to say about “wise” men. I thought I’d list all the verses that had to do with “wise” or “wisdom” today:
3 The man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but if he hangs around with prostitutes, his wealth is wasted.
8 Mockers can get a whole town agitated, but those who are [...]

Memorial Day 2007 – Proverbs 28

I’m thanking God today for our nation – for the freedom we experience every day. I’m grateful for all those who have given the ultimate sacrifice to defend her, and for those who are currently putting their lives on the line to protect that freedom.
As I read today’s proverb, the following verse jumped off the [...]

Iron Sharpens Iron – Proverbs 27

As I read through Proverbs 27 this morning, I was reminded how important it is to have friends in your life – not just friends, but true friends: friends who have permission to speak freely and hold you accountable, friends you trust with your life and who you would lay yours down for theirs.
I am [...]

Heap Burning Coals on Your Enemies – Proverbs 25

How can I pursuade you to read the Proverbs? There is SO much wisdom in each and every chapter! Today several things resonated with me as I read, but I decided to talk about verses 21 & 22:
21 If your enemies are hungry, give them food to eat. If they are thirsty, give them water [...]