The Daily Word
Monday, February 15, 2010
There are 31 chapters in the book of Proverbs... which makes it convenient to read a chapter a day, each month. Here are some excerpts from Proverbs chapter 15.
| 1 | A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. |
| 3 | The eyes of the Lord are everywhere, keeping watch on the wicked and the good. |
| 4 | The tongue that brings healing is a tree of life, but perverseness crushes the spirit. |
| 5 | A fool spurns his father's instruction, but he who receives correction is prudent. |
| 6 | In the house of the righteous there is much treasure, but the revenue of the wicked is trouble. |
| 8 | The Lord detests the sacrifice of the wicked, but the prayer of the upright is His delight. |
| 9 | The Lord detests the way of the wicked, but He loves those who pursue righteousness. |
| 13 | A merry heart makes a cheerful countenance, but heartache crushes the spirit. |
| 15 | All the days of the afflicted are wretched, but the cheerful heart has a continual feast. |
| 22 | Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed. |
| 26 | The Lord detests the thoughts of the wicked, but those of the pure are pleasing to Him. |
| 28 | The heart of the righteous weighs its answers, but the mouth of the wicked gushes evil. |
| 29 | The Lord is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayer of the righteous. |
| 30 | A cheerful look brings joy to the heart, and good news gives health to the bones. |
| 31 | He who listens to a life-giving rebuke will be at home among the wise. |
| 32 | He who disdains instruction despises his own soul, but whoever heeds correction gains understanding. |
| 33 | The fear of the Lord teaches a man wisdom, and humility comes before honor. |
In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.
— John 16:33