Scripture Reading: Proverbs 20:24-27, Proverbs 24:1-4, Proverbs 24:19-20, Proverbs 25:26-27
After completing your daily reading, come back to chat with fellow Bible readers about any reflections you have on the proverbs, introduction, or questions from today.
As fallen people in a fallen world, we are susceptible to seduction, or being lured by false promises. At the same time, with the presence of the Holy Spirit, the wisdom of God is available to us in every situation we face. Both of these truths call us to pay attention to how the wisdom found in Scripture affects our internal thought life and external actions.
Reflection Questions:
Where do you feel the pull of seduction most in your life?
What is the God-given longing of your heart that lies beneath the desire you just named?
Choose one proverb from today that stands out to you when thinking about the pull of seduction in your life. Write it out, and reflect on how that proverb encourages you to return to the Lord’s wisdom.
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BG verse Psalm 119:165
Great peace have those who love Your law, And nothing causes them to stumble.
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He is the God who sees all.
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Psalm 20:27
The spirit of a man is the lamp of the Lord,
Searching all the inner depths of his heart.
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Deuteronomy 28:14
So you shall not turn aside from any of the words which I command you this day, to the right or the left, to go after other gods to serve them.
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… or be enticed by their seductive ways. His commandments are always for our good.
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VICTORIA E – so good to see you!❤️ Praying for your family in these challenges and difficulties, may the Lord guide you and give you with wisdom & endurance needed
CEE GEE ❤️ thank you for the MacArthur quote
“The fear of the Lord is a state of mind in which one’s own attitudes, will, feelings, deeds, and goals are exchanged for God’s…”
And His everything is perfect: attitude, will, feelings, deeds, goals, you name it.
Father help me to remain steadfast I. Faith, to not sin against you. In Jesus name, Amen
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God directs our steps…he will help us to avoid evil. Know God’s word.
Ampathy is the pull of seduction most in my life. Some days it is just easier not to care about the evil and the chaos in this world. What can I really do about any of it anyway?
I think is comes from the God-given longing to be content in every circumstance; to trust Him to work it all out to His glory.
Proverbs 24:19-20
“Don’t be agitated by evildoers, and don’t envy the wicked.
For the evil have no future;
the lamp of the wicked will be put out.”
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This encourages me to return to the Lord’s wisdom that brings life and one day, the end to all evil.
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RHONDA – praying your time with family fiĺls your love tank.
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VICTORIA E – praying the Lord bring peace in the struggles and wisdom in managing them.
Amen, Kelly. “the God-given longing to be content in every circumstance” ….Lord, please guide our focus toward You for this longing.
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LORD, tune my heart to sing Your praises. May I long for YOU in the night. May I reach for Your Word when I am unsatisfied with this world. You fill my cup with an abundance of joy. You satisfy the desires of my heart. You hear my cries for “more” and incline Your ear to me. You fill me with Your truth, with Your peace when my life is in turmoil. You don’t abandon me. You are with me wherever I go. Thank You, God, for Your kindness, mercy, grace, and compassion; I know I need it all. Thank You, LORD, for providing exactly what I need when I need it. Thank You for seeing me and hearing my cry. You are the best. May nothing fill up my heart and soul but You. In Your precious and matchless Name, Amen.
Amen and amen! Writing this in my journal this morning!
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Amen!
We are having trouble with the original plans our architect drew of our house. It is discouraging as he drew the stairs incorrectly and now that they are drawn correct, they stick out way farther than we would like. It is having a knock-on effect to other parts of the house. We had this kitchen island that we planned and were looking forward to, but now, we are thinking we have to forget it altogether.
Proverbs 24:3 says “by wisdom a house is built and by understanding it is established.” I know this isn’t talking about a physical house, but my husband and I are understanding stair angles and how steep steps have to be. We joke that we should just put in a ladder, but really, we need to be patient and learn and re-adjust. We need to understand why this stairway is taking up most of our house (our house is small, that is why) and not put in something that is dangerous. Anyway, would appreciate prayers for us in decision making. Also prayers on our first day of homeschool with my kids! Thanks for praying for my 6 year old.
So frustrating for you…can the stair run be an L or U shape instead of a staight run?
Maybe look up plans for 2-floor tiny houses to get ideas how to use the stairs as storage so that the space they take up is a benifit.
Continuing to pray for you and your family as the build process moves forward.
Praying, A, for the best layout and resolution for the stairs & island. Great ideas, KELLY (NEO)! Especially spending time looking at plans and even videos of tiny house ideas.
Could a smaller island work, or a pullout with fold down legs for additional counter space?
Praying for homeschool and also your 6 yo.
I am so excited for you as you homeschooling. I homeschooling my son(he’s now 42). It was the best decision we ever made. He now homeschooling my granddaughters. I will keep you in prayer. Join a homeschooling co.op or group …because others can give you tips,and for the fellowship .