August 27, 2011

Proverbs 15:18-33 (Click to see scripture)

Bible in One Year Passages:
Luke 19:11-27, Titus 2:11-15, Esther 5

Journal Entry

Scripture

he who is slow to anger quiets contention. the path of the upright is a level highway. a wise son makes a glad father. a man of understanding walks straight ahead. without counsel plans fail, but with many advisers they succeed. gracious words are pure. the heart of the righteous ponders how to answer. he hears the prayer of the righteous. the light of the eyes rejoices the heart. the ear that listens to life-giving reproof will dwell among the wise.
humility comes before honor.

Observation

So many words of wisdom that I can take to heart and learn from. God gives us instruction...the question is whether we really listen to it and give it its proper due.

Application

I will be more mindful of how I act, what I think and measure what I say. Gracious words are pure and the heart of the righteous ponders how to answer. Quick to listen and slow to speak is a wonderful guide in my life. I love the last phrase...humility comes before honor. Humility in how I act with others as opposed to Honor that I want for myself.

Prayer

Lord, thank you for reminding me of your love for me and the instructions you give to me through the Word. Allow me to treasure these things in my heart and to live my life in love. Not to "know" but to "do." Help me to be gracious and pure. Amen.

--mk