As you read through Solomon's proverbs, keep an open heart and continue to pray for understanding. Many of these nuggets of wisdom provide huge truths about God and how He expects us to live life for Him. Here are a few that spoke to me from chapters 11 and 12:
Proverbs 11: 4 "Riches profit not in the day of wrath: but righteousness delivereth from death." You can't take what you own with you when you die, and if you could, it wouldn't help you. Jesus reiterated this in Matthew 6:19-20. The point is, earthly wealth cannot save and as Christ explains, is temporary. Invest in God's kingdom to get eternal return!
Proverbs 11:14 "Where no counsel [is], the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors [there is] safety." Simple and to the point - have friends who fear the Lord!
Proverbs 12:1 "Whoso loveth instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof [is] brutish." Sometimes instruction and discipline is tough to take. However, God must discipline us to make us stronger and more fit for His purpose. So, if you are going through a tough time, God does not hate you. He might be teaching you a lesson that you will need later in life.
Proverbs 12:22 "Lying lips [are] abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly [are] his delight." Honesty is the best policy! One lie leads to more lies. Before you know it, your whole life is one big web of lies. Follow the advice given here and just be honest, even if it means suffering from less than favorable consequences.
What verses spoke to you in these chapters?
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