Devotional messages on the book of Proverbs sorted by verse
Getting knowledge
Most of us desire knowledge. We have heard the sentence, “Knowledge is power,” and know its truth. Especially in today’s information society, to know is to earn and to win; ignorance brings poverty and loss. But most of us make... continued »
Welcome Rebuke
Most of us don't enjoy hearing criticism. When others point out our faults, we tend to turn away. We want to justify ourselves, defend ourselves, explain ourselves. But that doesn't help our relationships with others. They feel frustrated because we... continued »
No Answer!
Many times the Bible states that God will answer those who call upon Him (Psalm 17:6;20:6; 38:15; etc.) But sometimes He does not answer (see Psalm 18:41; 22:2). Why? Here, Wisdom speaks for the Word of God. She calls out... continued »
Actions Have Consequences
“Whatever a man sows, that he will also reap” (Galatians 6:7). This moral law applies throughout the universe. If we “sow to the flesh” by indulging our own pride and passion, we shall “reap corruption." As the first chapter of... continued »
How to Be Wise
We all want to be wise. We desire to know and do what is best. But how? Solomon tells us the process: 1. Receive God's words and meditate upon His commands, written for us in the Bible. That requires time... continued »
Protection from Sin
Do you find yourself committing the same sin over and over? Do you want victory over these bad habits, what the old theologians called “besetting sins”? The first step towards freedom from wrongdoing is to develop a healthy fear of... continued »
Protection from Trouble
Have you been buffeted by troubles recently? Has illness laid you low? How about your work – is it going well? Are you getting along with others? Have you suffered financial loss? Perhaps God is testing you, to allow your... continued »
Wisdom For Whom?
When we run into trouble, we naturally seek to know what to do. What a comfort to hear that “The LORD gives wisdom” (Proverbs 2:6)! But wait – there are conditions to this promise. One of them will challenge us... continued »