Category Archives: Daily Devotions

The wicked crave evil;     their neighbors get no mercy from them. 11 When a mocker is punished, the simple gain wisdom;     by paying attention to the wise they get knowledge. 12 The Righteous One[b] takes note of the … Continue reading →

Better to live on a corner of the roof     than share a house with a quarrelsome wife. No Comment I would have written something here, but I wanted some peace and quiet on my corner of the roof. 🙂 Questions … Continue reading →

In the Lord’s hand the king’s heart is a stream of water     that he channels toward all who please him. 2 A person may think their own ways are right,     but the Lord weighs the heart. 3 To … Continue reading →

Do not say, “I’ll pay you back for this wrong!”     Wait for the Lord, and he will avenge you. 23 The Lord detests differing weights,     and dishonest scales do not please him. 24 A person’s steps are directed by the Lord.     How … Continue reading →

Plans are established by seeking advice;     so if you wage war, obtain guidance. 19 A gossip betrays a confidence;     so avoid anyone who talks too much. 20 If someone curses their father or mother,     their lamp will … Continue reading →

Differing weights and differing measures—     the Lord detests them both. 11 Even small children are known by their actions,     so is their conduct really pure and upright? 12 Ears that hear and eyes that see—     the Lord … Continue reading →

The purposes of a person’s heart are deep waters,     but one who has insight draws them out. 6 Many claim to have unfailing love,     but a faithful person who can find? 7 The righteous lead blameless lives;     … Continue reading →

Wine is a mocker and beer a brawler;     whoever is led astray by them is not wise. 2 A king’s wrath strikes terror like the roar of a lion;     those who anger him forfeit their lives. 3 It … Continue reading →

Flog a mocker, and the simple will learn prudence;     rebuke the discerning, and they will gain knowledge. 26 Whoever robs their father and drives out their mother     is a child who brings shame and disgrace. 27 Stop listening … Continue reading →

Laziness brings on deep sleep,     and the shiftless go hungry. 16 Whoever keeps commandments keeps their life,     but whoever shows contempt for their ways will die. 17 Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord,     and he will reward them … Continue reading →