The power and wisdom of the Proverbs. (Part 2)

Today in our bible reading we read Luke 11 & 12 and Proverbs 20. Even though we may have read these same passages many times over, and many years ago it is always refreshing to see how God's word never changes and seems to be just what we need it be in our present situation. It is so good to know that no matter what struggle we face we have the power of God's word to stand on, to defend ourselves with and to cling to when all around us foundations crumble. God's word will never fall or fail to guide us. It is only when we fail to use it or rely on it's power for strengthening our lives and spirits.

Proverbs 11 : 25 & 30
25. The generous soul will be made rich, and he who waters will also be watered himself.
30. The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and he who wins souls is wise.
Proverbs 12 : 25-28
25. Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, but a good word makes it glad.
26. The righteous should choose his friends carefully, for the way of the wicked leads them astray.
27. The slothful man does not roast what he took in hunting, but diligence is man's precious possession.
28. In the way of righteousness is life, and in its pathway there is no death.
Proverbs 13: 20-25
20. He who walks with wise men will be wise, but the companion of fools will be destroyed.
21. Evil pursues sinners, but to the righteous, good shall be repaid.
22. A good man leaves an inheritance to his children's children, but the wealth of the sinner is stored up for the righteous.
23. Much food is in the fallow ground of the poor, and for lack of justice there is waste.
24. He who spares his rod hates his son, but he who loves him disciplines him promptly.
25. The righteous eats to the satisfying of his soul, but the stomach of the wicked shall be in want.
Proverbs 14:1-2 & 25-27
1. Every wise woman builds her house, but the foolish pulls it down with her hands.
2. He who walks in his uprightness fears the Lord, but he who is perverse in his ways despises Him.
25. A true witness delivers souls, but a deceitful witness speaks lies.
26. In the fear of the Lord there is strong confidence, and His children will have a place of refuge.
27. The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, to avoid the snares of death.
Proverbs 15:1-3
1. A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
2. The tongue of the wise uses knowledge rightly, but the mouth of fools pours forth foolishness.
3. The eyes of the Lord are in every place, keeping watch on the evil and the good.
Proverbs 16:7-9 & 31-33
7. When a man's ways please the Lord, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.
8. Better is a little with righteousness, than vast revenues without justice.
9. A man's heart plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps
31. The silver-haired head is a crown of glory, if it is found in the way of righteousness.
32. He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty, and he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city.
33. The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the Lord.
Proverbs 17:3 & 6
3. The refining pot is for silver and the furnace for gold, but the Lord tests the hearts.
6. Children's children are the crown of old men, and the glory of children is their father.
Proverbs18: 19-24
19. A brother offended is harder to win than a strong city, and contentions are like the bars of a castle.
20. A man's stomach shall be satisfied from the fruit of his mouth, and from the produce of his lips he shall be filled.
21. Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.
22. He who finds a wife finds a good thing, and obtains favor from the Lord.
23. The poor man uses entreaties, but the rich answers roughly.
24. A man who has friends must himself be friendly, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.
Proverbs 19: 16-22
16. He who keeps the commandment keeps his soul, but he who is careless of his ways will die.
17. He who has pity on the poor lends to the Lord, and He will pay back what he has given.
18. Chasten your son while there is hope, and do not set your heart on his destruction.
19. A man of great wrath will suffer punishment; for if you deliver him, you will have to do it again.
20. Listen to counsel and receive instruction, that you may be wise in your latter days.
21. There are many plans in a man's heart, Nevertheless the Lord's counsel that will stand.
22. What is desired in a man is kindness, and a poor man is better than a liar.
Proverbs 20:27-30
27. The spirit of a man is the lamp of the Lord, searching all the inner depths of his heart.
28. Mercy and truth preserve the king, and by lovingkindness he upholds his throne.
29. The glory of young men is their strength, and the splendor of old men is their gray head.
30. Blows that hurt cleanse away evil, as do stripes the inner depths of the heart.

I have just highlighted verses that really spoke to my heart.

I hope you are in a habit of reading God's word daily. If you aren't, try to add a little bit of God's word into your day and make it a habit. You will see how much more energy and peace you have in your physical body.

The absolute power of the Word is so amazing. I feel so renewed and energetic when I make time to allow God to speak to me. I appreciate his correction.

If you think about it the Bible is the Best Self Help Book ever written.

We all know those kinds of books, how to conquer any ailment you might have is all in the book.
Plus the disclaimer, God never fails, nothing is impossible with God, Us + God equals the righteous majority.

Hope you have a very wonderful day and a blessed weekend!

P.S. Not to sound vain, but for awhile I had been greatly concerned about seeing a few gray hairs. Not to worry now, those grays are good, at least that is according to God's word. I just love reading new thoughts that may not have applied to my life the last time I read that passage, but now is sooo applicable.