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VerseD: Proverbs 9:10

‭The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight.

Proverbs 9:10, ESV‬

To understand ourselves and our world, we need to know our Creator. Seek Him and read His Word, The Bible.

VerseD: Proverbs 3:5-6

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.

Proverbs 3:5-6, ESV‬

Prayer changes us, and especially it helps us to think like God and trust in His ways.

VerseD: Proverbs 17:17

A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.

Proverbs‬ ‭17:17‬, ‭ESV‬

The Light of the world came to us and died and rose again to show us we are friends and be ome His brothers and sisters when we believe in Him. He then shines through us to love in the same sacrificial way for others.

VerseD: Proverbs 19:17

‭Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will repay him for his deed.

Proverbs‬ ‭19:17‬, ‭ESV‬

Just as our Lord became a poor human to save humanity from sin with His generous love and grace, we show His love and grace to others when we help those in need. We are serving Him as He serves through us, and we will draw others to join us as co-heirs of eternal life with Christ.

VerseD: Proverbs 10:17

Whoever heeds instruction is on the path to life, but he who rejects reproof leads others astray.

Proverbs‬ ‭10:17‬, ‭ESV‬

We try to do our own thing, but God has shown us the proper way, coming Himself to teach us the truth and empowering us with the Holy Spirit to live in this truth.

VerseD: Proverbs 11:25

Whoever brings blessing will be enriched, and one who waters will himself be watered.

Proverbs‬ ‭11:25‬, ‭ESV‬

When we share Christ’s love, grace, and forgiveness (the gospel), we will find ourselves overflowing with those same things by the Holy Spirit. Eventually, the world will be full of God’s glory!

VerseD: Proverbs 17:17

‭A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.

Proverbs‬ ‭17:17‬, ‭ESV‬

Friends choose each other, while siblings can seem like a chore but will usually be there for you.

Our Lord came and called us friends as He made us brothers in His blood, saving us from our adversary and punishment for our sins.

VerseD: Proverbs 22:4

The reward for humility and fear of the Lord is riches and honor and life.

Proverbs 22:4, ESV

It takes humility to admit we’re wrong and need help. Until we can do that, we’re under God’s wrath. When we admit our need for God, He honors us with forgiveness, life, and the glory offered through His Son.

VerseD: Proverbs 13:20

Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.

Proverbs 13:20, ESV

We think we know what’s best, but God has given His Word to guide us. We still struggle, so God came to us to shine His light on us and offer His life for our forgiveness.

Walk in the Light, not in the darkness of our fellow men and women of this world.

VerseD: Proverbs 18:10

The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe.

Proverbs 18:10, ESV

People strive for a fountain of youth or some ways to prolong life, but it is only by the name of Jesus our Lord that we can find eternal life and forgiveness and everlasting love.