“The purposes of a man's heart are deep waters, but a man of understanding draws them out” - 20:5.
It's important to have people you can consult with who can help you see your potential and then help you develop it.
“Laziness brings on deep sleep, and the shiftless man goes hungry” - 19:15.
God should set your work habits and standards, not the culture in which you work.
“One who is slack in his work is brother to one who destroys” - 18:9.
God wants His people to help Him expand His kingdom on earth so that more people will come to the knowledge of the truth.
“The laborer's appetite works for him; his hunger drives him on” - 16:26.
Ambition isn't always wrong, and sometimes God will put you in a place of need so that you will do what's in your heart without hesitation.
“The laborer's appetite works for him; his hunger drives him on” - 16:26.
Ambition isn't always wrong, and sometimes God will put you in a place of need so that you will do what's in your heart without hesitation.
“Folly delights a man who lacks judgment, but a man of understanding keeps a straight course” - 15:21.
Goals help set your life direction so you use your time and energy on things that are most important to you.
“But those who plan what is good find love and faithfulness” - 14:22.
Proverbs has a lot to say about planning and diligence. You would do well to heed its advice.
“He who ignores discipline comes to poverty and shame, but whoever heeds correction is honored” - 13:18.
Accepting feedback and correction can be annoying and even painful, but also valuable.
“The plans of the righteous are just, but the advice of the wicked is deceitful” - 12:5.
God knows the future and can give you a clue of what's ahead so you can plan accordingly.