May 20 My Thoughts on Proverbs 20: Verse 27: The Lord’s light penetrates the human spirit, exposing every hidden motive is very powerful. We can hid things especially our motives from one another and even ourselves. But, nothing is hidden from God. What we need to understand is every sin we commit effects our relationship with God.… Read More »

May 19 My Thoughts on Proverbs 19: The verse that spoke to my heart today was verse 16: Keep the commandments and keep your life; despising them leads to death. So many people think that being a Christian is about keeping rules. It’s not. It’s about a reconciled relationship with God through Jesus Christ. Christians should… Read More »

May 18 My Thoughts on Proverbs 18: In Chapter 18 verse 21 really jumped out at me today: The tongue can bring death or life; those who love to talk will reap the consequences. I wonder if we really understand the power of our words. Sometimes the really do bring death or life. In some… Read More »

May 17 My thoughts on Proverbs 17: Verse 3: Fire tests the purity of silver and gold, but the Lord tests the heart. Wow! Does this verse speak to me today. The current pandemic has really tested us. Fearful people are rediscovering their faith. Churches are innovating in new ways to share the gospel. And, we are discovering… Read More »

May 16 My Thoughts on Proverbs 16: Several verses in this chapter remind of God’s sovereignty. Verse 4 reads: The Lord has made everything for his own purposes, even the wicked for a day of disaster. Back in 2003 the Newsboys released a praise song called He Reigns. The chorus goes: It’s all God’s children singing Glory, glory,… Read More »

May 15 My Thoughts on Proverbs 15: Today just going to let the Word of God guide my prayer My Prayer: Verse 1: A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare. Lord, God as I reflect on the first verse of this passage I stop and pray for family and friends who are… Read More »

May 14 My Thoughts on Proverbs 14: I guess in the midst of so many wise saying of this chapter, the one that spoke to my heart today was verse 26: Those who fear the Lord are secure; He will be a refuge for their children. It reminds me that there is security in having a relationship… Read More »

May 13 My Thoughts on Proverbs 13: Chapter 13 is a continuation of Solomon’s wise sayings that deal with numerous topics, but mostly with the consequences of right and wrong behavior and wise and foolish actions. So today as I read this chapter I just let it lead me to pray. My Prayer: Holy Heavenly… Read More »

May 12 My thoughts on Proverbs 12: What speaks to my heart from Chapter 12 is Verse 25: Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad. The pandemic has created much anxiety. There is anxiety about Covid-19, about the economy, and that we are nation divided. Solomon is right… Read More »

May 11 My Thoughts Proverbs 11: Chapter 11 is again wise sayings that vary on topic, but good advice for all. Verse 23 spoke to me: The godly can look forward to a reward, while the wicked can expect only judgment. Just another reminder of how good it is to be a relationship with God through… Read More »