read proverbs 16 So many rich verses in today’s Proverbs 16; I really had a hard time choosing. I love the version of this verse from the Good News Translation. Aren’t you surprised by how many strangers appreciate a kind word or action (like opening a door)? I have a friend who makes it a…
read proverbs 15 Today’s Proverb is dedicated to my mom. Hard to believe, but it was almost 15 years ago that she passed away. She was the most wise, practically-minded and common-sensical person I knew. I miss turning to her for advice and so many other things. For those who have lost parents, grief is…
read proverbs 14 A few years ago, my brother and sister-in-law, started their own pharmacy business. As with so many new business ventures, it has not been easy, but through their hard work, dedication, super smarts and God’s blessing, they have been successful.
READ PROVERBS 13 I want to dedicate this Proverb to all the wonderful teachers I know – past and present! They have one of the toughest callings yet thankfully, some of the richest rewards. As I type this, I am recalling two of my most favorite teachers at McCarter Elementary in Topeka, Kansas, who poured…
READ PROVERBS 12 Today’s Proverb is from the Good News Translation (GNT), and I really like the simplicity of it. I am a classic New International Version (NIV) girl when it comes to my Bible translation, but the GNT is a great way to learn the Bible, especially with some complex verses as the Proverbs…
READ PROVERBS 11 Today’s Proverb is so rich with wisdom. And there are so many examples to draw from for everyday life. I remember my mom would tell me stories about her mom buying grains or rice in India when she was young. She recalled how the merchants would cheat their customers by adding small…
READ PROVERBS 10 We often kid with Ellie, our youngest, that she is the richest among her sisters because she is the most diligent. Need a chore or task to be done? Ellie is your girl. Of course, like all of us, she is motivated by the money so we pay her accordingly. Her grandparents…
READ PROVERBS 9 Another morning doing SOAP (Scripture-Observation-Application-Prayer) with my middle daughter, Priya. The above verse really spurred some good observations and discussion. Priya’s wisdom: “When you fear God and His ways, you become wise.” We also talked about what it means to fear God. It’s a concept that can be difficult to understand for…
CLICK HERE TO READ PROVERBS 8 This verse from Proverbs 8 is wisdom personified. For a long time, I thought it was talking about Jesus. But clearly, after studying the passage, it is talking about wisdom in a human fashion. This verse gives me hope: As long as I continue to strive for and seek…
CLICK HERE TO READ PROVERBS 7 This Proverb reminds me of the wonderful grandparents I know. Their grandchildren are the “apple of their eyes.” Their life and vision are full of their grandkids; they are central to their universe. Same holds true for God’s word. He wants us to live in such a way that…