Proverbs 11

The main headline when I look at Proverb 11 is "Without Good Direction, People lose Their Way." How much truth is in that! So often I have failed to seek direction and have become so lost that the only way to find my way again is by looking up and to God! How peaceful my life would be if I sough good direction, never losing sight of God, and finding my way! The stuck up fall flat on their face, but the down-to-earth stand firm. Money means nothing when life falls apart. Having principle is a pillar in the disharmony. Moral character, Good character, a good person is saved from trouble while the wicked and evil run straight for it. Is it possible to live a good life one moment and a bad one the next? There is so much truth in the Proverbs. I recall the Apostle Paul saying that he does what he doesn't want. So often we can be so focused on living a "good life" that it becomes a habit and not from the heart. God, shape my life. Lead me to be kind to others, to do good work for solid pay. I pray for honesty, fairness and loyalty. I pray for your blessings. May I be an ever-bearing tree, shining your light and living solely for You!

Proverbs 10

A wise child makes his father glad while the stupid actions of a child makes his mother sad. I want the be the child that makes my father and mother glad. I want to live a life of wisdom. I pray that my soul is good, honest and diligent. I pray that I do what is right in the due season. I want to live honestly with confidence. A wise heart takes orders, the mouth of a good person is deep and life giving. Love stops arguments. Wisdom is in the person of insight. A wise person accumulate knowledge, while a know it all talks too much and wastes it. I seek to live a life of discipline. One where my words are wisely measured and said on cue. I want my aspirations to be pure and humble, that when my life ends it is celebrated. I want to stand firm, grounded in goodness. "Good people last -- they can't be moved" (30). My only wisdom pour forth from my mouth like a fountain. Reading the proverbs and using them as a lens to view my life, I know that I don't use my words to only speak wisdom. There is far too much in my vocabulary that needs to be purged. I don't mean swear words. I don't see myself as a gossip either. But there are things I say that should not be said. I pray for wisdom. I pray I know what needs to be said and when it needs to be said. The proverbs are so rich with how to do this. I pray that my eyes, ears and heart are open to embrace this beautiful lifestyle.

Proverbs 9

I have recently discovered how much I love the Message translation of Proverbs. I have been reading that recently and will try to reference that translation as much as I can from now on. Wisdom makes herself knows. Calls those to join her at feast. If you have confusion or uncertainty, wisdom calls. Wisdom invites you to dine with her so that you can live! By sitting with those who are an arrogant cynic, you'll be slapped in the face and kicked in the shins by confronting bad behavior. Rather, correct those who care about life and you'll be loved! Give breath to the wise and they'll gain more wisdom. Speak the good news and others will profit from it. Lady Wisdom. How noble a name. It is with wisdom that years of life ripen! Adultery and lust try to sing Lady Wisdom's tunes. Rather then living a rich life, those who chose them over Wisdom are pulled into a pit of ruin and despair.

Proverbs 8

Wisdom calls and beckons. Wisdom and Understand make theirselves available. They do not hide and flee. Proverbs 8 makes this clear. Wisdom stands atop the highest tower. Wisdom only speaks what is just. Ever wonder what wisdom looks like or if the words spoke were wise? The words of wisdom will never be crooked or perverse. Those who seek discernment of wisdom find knowledge. Wisdom is far more valuable than any other thing such as silver, gold and rubies. Wisdom dwells in the prudent. Stays far from pride and arrogance. The kings and princes reign and rule by wisdom. Wisdom was there at the creation of the world, when the heavens were set in place. Listen to the words of wisdom and keep the ways of wisdom. Do not disregard it. Bind it. Hold it. Receive it. Be blessed by the Lord and receive favor. Those who fail to find wisdom harm themselves, by hating wisdom, they are lovers of death (36).

Proverbs 7

Proverb 7 opens with an instruction to treasure commands and keep the teachings as the "apple of your eye." Further is encourages one to bind them on the fingers and tablet of the heart.


To have wisdom and understanding as a sister and a friend! I have sisters. I have friends. I try to picture Wisdom and Understanding as a friend. I feel it would "look" more like a personality (clearly wisdom and understanding) instead of a physical body.


How much Proverbs talks against adultery and lust! Keep wisdom. Keep understanding.


I once read a book that highlighted part of Proverbs 7. I wish I could recall it here. I think the book was "the power of the point" but I can't recall it enough to know if it was or not.


Falling into the prey of an adulterer, though she entices with words and lips .... her house and her ways is sure to lead to only destruction.

Other chapters of the Bible are very clear on God's grace and redeeming love.


Never once do I feel the Proverbs are intended to condemn us. They are a book of wisdom. I can see areas of where I've strayed how the proverbs say it how it is. "You do this ... this will happen."


I use the Proverbs as a guidebook. As a way to seek out wisdom and understanding. Just as I use this blog to help sort my thoughts in a transparent way.






*Disclaimer -- I am NOT  Bible scholar. I have not had Biblical training other than what I hear in church every week. These are my personal thoughts and writings.

Proverbs 6

Proverbs is filled with words that help enhance my vocabulary. The very first line of Proverbs 6 has "surety" which is defined as "a person who takes responsibility for another's performance of an undertaking, for example their appearing in court or the payment of a debt." To do so, one has been snared by their lips, and caught by the words of their mouth. It is advised to free oneself from this kind of living. From the aunt we can learn wisdom because they procure food in summer to last all winter. Don't be lazy; work while you can to prepare for the future. (It brings me back to Joseph and preparing for the 7 years of famine). If you sleep away (or be lazy) during the times of great planting, and harvesting, and living, poverty will surely come! Seven things to avoid, as they are hated by the Lord: Pride. Lying. Murder. Intrigue. Readiness to do evil. False Witness. The stirring up of discord. Adultery is for sure to be avoided as it is mentioned yet another time as a warning against Adultery. It is advised to observe the father's bidding and the mother's teaching. Using it as a lamp to light the way.

Proverbs 5

Again this Proverbs starts with the all familiar "to my wisdom be attentive." It progresses to say "listen to me, go not astray from the words of my mouth." They are referring to adultery -- avoid going into her home and stay away. Back to how Proverb 4 ended -- guard you heart. I so wish I had clearer discernment and understanding of chapter 5. The main message is a warning against adultery. It mentions drinking from your own well, if you fall prey to adulterous acts, you will ask yourself why you hated instruction and your heart spurn reproof. There are similes, and one thing means something else. Sometimes a commentary would be great to have. I would understand moreso what is being said. While yes, I did read Proverb 5, I did not fully comprehend it. I take away from it, not to be an adulterer. That a man shall lay with his own wife, and not the wife of another. So much of it is directed at men, but I know that it is address far more than just men in this day and age.

Proverbs 4

In months and years past, whenever I read the Proverbs, I used them to compare to people in my life. I never really used them as a mirror to my own soul. I never asked myself if that is how I am living. I never saw the fruits of them in my life. That has recently changed. Now I read them and so many "real life examples" come to memory. I see their fruit blossoming. It is now very few and far between where I read something and someone else comes to mind. As I read Proverb 4, it sunk in more and more how much I myself need wisdom and understanding. Verse 7 states "the beginning of wisdom is: get wisdom; at the cost of all you have; get understanding." For this to be emphasized so greatly, I feel I am not to just read it and move on, but really take it to heart. "Getting wisdom is great, but h o w do you get wisdom?" I feel that there is an answer is there that I have either forgotten, or I have no fully comprehended it yet. I continue to read the Proverbs and I continually pray and seek God. The Proverbs also give guidelines to avoid being a fool, and how to recognize the ways of the wicked. We are reminded to hold fast to these wise words, holding them in our hearts. The age old wisdom that often singles looking to enter into a relationship or courtship are told "GUARD YOUR HEART!" comes from Proverbs 4, verse 23. "With closest custody, guard your heart, for in it are the sources of life." Lord, guard my heart, teach me to guard my heart. Not only in relationships, but in all things! From within my heart is the source of life. Good things flow.

Proverbs 3

Chapter 3 starts with a very uplifting and freeing verse. Do not forget the teachings and keep the commands. For by doing this you will have days, and years of life of peace. There is an emphasis on remaining kind resulting in winning favor and good esteem before God and man. And the very well known verse to trust in the Lord, don't lean on your own understanding. But acknowledge the Lord as He alone will direct your paths. Tithing us mentioned by saying to honor the Lord with first fruits. I've experuebced first hand of "less being more" when my first 10% of income goes towards what God has called me to use it for. I am more inclined to find wisdom when I read that happy is that man! Wisdom is talked about with such high esteem. It brings forth so much good fruit within. To possess wisdom is richness. The Lord, by wisdom, founded the earth. The Lord made us in His image. Don't plot evil against fellow man. God takes care of the wicked and unjust. He blesses the just mans house. He is kind to the humble. There is so much for me to let sink in and digest and talk to the Lord about. May these not just be words, but a lifestyle!

Proverbs 2

While I have missed many days blogging about the Proverb of the Day, it certaunly hasn't deterred me from my daily reading. I've already been learning so much in a short time. I'll give some recaps of the past several days and hopefully get on track here shortly. :) Proverbs 2 starts with some "if you" passages. If you (do this) you will (gain this). Receive the words. Treasure the commands. Turn ear to wisdom. Incline heart to understanding. Call to intelligence. To understanding raise your voice. See like silver and search as if searching for hidden treasures. By following those commands it will be found: to understand fear of the Lord and the knowledge of God. This particular chapter really inspires me to live an upright and just life. It is a way to eternal life. I'll be saved from evil, perverse speaking dark men and adultery. I'll walk with good people. I will dwell in the Land as it is where the honest remain (21).

Proverbs 1

Sometime ago I Bevan reading "the proverb of the day." I've never remained consistent, but I'm sure I've gone Atleast 30-31 days of reading the proverb of the day every day for Atleast that one month. July challenge is to focus on the proverbs abs meditate on each one daily. I'll documebt some thoughts here. Proverbs 1. I feel I just want to quote the entire chapter. How do I pick just one ir two verses? Verse 2 was what first stood out to me. The Proverbs were written so that men(women) may appreciate wisdom and discipline and understand intelligence. For as often as I've read the proverbs, this is the first time this verse truly stuck out. I pray that resourcefulness is imparted on me. I pray to have knowledge, discretion, and advance in learning. May I comprehend the proverb, the parables, and riddles of the wise. As I venture on this next 31 day challenge, I pray that my eyes are open to see, that my ears are open to hear, and that I learn on an even deeper level who my Abba is and more so how much He loves me. I pray I gain wisdom and understanding. I pray that I learn what a beautiful Joy it is to fear of the Lord. I rebuke arrogance. I rebuke hatred. Verse 33: "but he who obeys me dwells in security, in peace, without fear of harm." Lord Jesus. Papa God. Teach me obedience so that I have security and peace. Amen.