God’s Strengthening Word: Learning From Biblical TeachingsSample

Introduction

Proverbs 19:1-29: Today’s readings focus on family relations and the value of keeping and obeying God’s laws.

Today’s Key Verse: Proverbs 19:8 GNT

Do yourself a favor and learn all you can; then remember what you learn and you will prosper.

Reflect

What is your understanding of the value of keeping God’s laws and obeying the LORD (verses 16, 23)? Verse 8 seems to capture the overriding theme of the teachings in the book of Proverbs. What are your thoughts about this verse? Overall, what are your thoughts about what you have learned from reading excerpts from the book of Proverbs these past seven days? What proverbs have particularly resonated with you?

Pray

Lord God, help me to keep and obey your laws each day so that my words and actions reflect your love. Help me to study your word and learn from your teachings so that I may grow in knowledge of you. Amen.

Tomorrow’s Reading

Ecclesiastes 3:1-15: God sets the time for everything.