Tag: Proverbs
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He’s got your back– and your plan
Today’s scripture is one I see people lean on in times of trouble, but it’s one I smile about in times of joy, too. Actually it makes me smile a LOT in times of joy. Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit…
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Bible in 90 Days: Day 47
The Bible in 90 Days reading for Friday is… Cover to Cover Plan Proverbs 20:22- Ecclesiastes 2:26 Daily SOAP Devotional: Click through to read what I heard in this passage: Day 47 A good name is more desirable than riches Chronological Plan Isaiah 18:1–27:13 Isaiah 29:1-24 Isaiah 30:1–33:24 Isaiah 34:1–35:10 Micah 2:1–7:20 How are you doing…
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Bible in 90 Days: Day 46
The Bible in 90 Days reading for Thursday is… Cover to Cover Plan Proverbs 7:1-20:21 Daily SOAP Devotional: Click through to read what I heard in this passage: I have two SOAP devotionals from today’s reading and they both touch on the same thing: Day 46 True success comes from serving the Lord Day 46 Whittling down those…
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Bible in 90 Days: Day 45
The Bible in 90 Days reading for Wednesday is… Cover to Cover Plan Psalm 135:1- Proverbs 6:35 Daily SOAP Devotional: Click through to read what I heard in this passage: Day 45 Teach me, lead me Chronological Plan Psalms 98–100 Psalms 102, 104–107 Psalms 111–118 How are you doing so far? Please feel free to share in the comments.…
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Bible in 90 Days Day 46 SOAP: Whittling down those plans
Today’s Reading: Proverbs 7:1- Proverbs 20:21 Scripture: Proverbs 19:21 Many are the plans in a man’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails. Observation: God’s plan may not contain all the things your heart does. Application: What do I want to do that God doesn’t intend for me to do? There are so…
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Bible in 90 Days Day 45 (!!) SOAP: Teach me, lead me
Today’s Reading: Psalms 135:1- Proverbs 6:35 Wow! Can you believe we are on day 45 of the Bible in 90 Days?! We are half-way there, calendar-wise!! And here’s the really good news you may not have noticed… Yep, the Bible in 90 Days is designed to help you read the Bible in 90 days. But…
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SOAP: The Lord gives wisdom
Today’s reading: Today I read through Proverbs 2. I will continue with a chapter of Proverbs a day until July 5 when I will begin the Bible in 90 Days. Scriprture: Proverbs 2:6 For the Lord gives wisdom, and from his mouth come knowledge and understanding. Observation: The Lord shares true knowledge. Application: If you…
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Proverbs SOAP: Help the poor or else be wicked
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 29:7 The righteous care about justice for the poor, but the wicked have no such concern. Observation: Care for the poor or else you are wicked. Application: I’m not exactly sure just what my direct application for this today is, but I think God is working on…
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Proverbs SOAP: Give to the poor. Don’t ignore their requests for help
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 28:27 He who gives to the poor will lack nothing, but he who closes his eyes to them receives many curses. Observation: Give to the poor and don’t ignore them. Application: I live in a city where I’ve been asked several times for money by people walking…
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Proverbs SOAP: Diligence, consideration and duty will be rewarded
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 27: 18 He who tends a fig tree will eat its fruit, and he who looks after his master will be honored. Observation: Diligence, consideration and duty will be rewarded. Application: Perhaps God is saying here that we should tend to the tasks set before us diligently,…
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Proverbs SOAP: A call for your help on foolishness
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Ummm, I’m taking a break from SOAP for the day because, well, I’m a bit confused and thought maybe you could help. Scripture: Today we are to be reading and selecting a verse from Proverbs 26 that jumps out and I can’t seem to get past Proverbs 26: 4-5:…
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Proverbs SOAP: Don’t chase riches of the wrong kind
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 23:4 Do not wear yourself out to get rich; have the wisdom to show restraint. Observation: Watch where you are placing your focus and be sure it is in the right places. Do not shoot for the wrong things and spread yourself too thin. Application: This one…
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Proverbs SOAP: Please help with my cheerful heart
Scripture: Proverbs 17:22 A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up bones. Observation: Having the right frame of mind can make all the difference… A happy outlook brings healing. Application: Today and tomorrow I and 12,999 cyclists are riding in a bicycle ride from Houston to Austin (about 180 miles) to…
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Proverbs SOAP: I’ve gotta watch my tone and words
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 15:1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. Observation: I think this refers both to the actual words spoken as well as to the tone used. Application: I could do a better job watching my tone and thinking before I speak.…
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Proverbs SOAP: On being neighborly and sharing….
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 14:21 He who despises his neighbor sins, but blessed is he who is kind to the needy. Observation: It is sinful to not care for those around you. Those who help others will be rewarded. Application: On first reading of this passage, I thought about my neighbors…