Daily Taste of Proverbs - Jan 17: Deception
January 17, 2025
“He whose tongue is deceitful falls into trouble." - Proverbs 17:20
Any time you give the impression you believe one thing when you actually believe another, you're practicing deceit.
“He whose tongue is deceitful falls into trouble." - Proverbs 17:20
Any time you give the impression you believe one thing when you actually believe another, you're practicing deceit.
“Better to be lowly in spirit and among the oppressed than to share plunder with the proud.” - Proverbs 16:19
When you succumb to pride, it never ends well because God resists the proud.
“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” - Proverbs 15:1
Eventually what you say reveals what is in your heart, or at least that's what Jesus said.
“The house of the wicked will be destroyed, but the tent of the upright will flourish.” - Proverbs 14:11.
Your actions and decisions have implications not only for you, but also for those closest to you.
“He who scorns instruction will pay for it, but he who respects a command is rewarded.” - Proverbs 13:13
“A man is praised according to his wisdom, but men with warped minds are despised.” - Proverbs 12:8
“When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.” - Proverbs 11:2
“Blessings crown the head of the righteous, but violence overwhelms the mouth of the wicked.” - Proverbs 10:6
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” - Proverbs 9:10
“Blessed is the man who listens to me, watching daily at my doors, waiting at my doorway.” - Proverbs 8:34