Tag Archives: the book of Proverbs

January 27
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“For those who find me find life, and receive favor from the Lord.” (Proverbs 8: 35, NIV)

The testimony of the Lord is everywhere.  We only need pay attention to see (and hear) it.

Today’s words, from the book of Proverbs, are inscribed on the museum building of the University of Kansas (my alma mater).  Just across the street and up the block a bit is a large stained-glass window of Moses before the burning bush — which is also depicted on the University’s seal.

There it was (and is) for every passerby: An invitation to life, divine favor, and communion with the Holy.

What invitations from God will we see today?  And what will be our response?  – Luther

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January 21
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“Do not let your heart envy sinners, but live in the fear of the Lord always.”  (Proverbs 23:17, NASB)

The sinner does not regard the law of the Lord as applicable to him; nor does he consider as valid the instructions of his Creator.  The fact is this: We all have been active sinners; dismissive of God’s law and disdainful of His rightful authority.

Are we tempted to envy those we see cruising on sin’s easy boulevard while we endure the inconveniences of the narrow moral road?  Yes!  We feel the tug because of our humanity. However, we were created for grander purposes.  Do not give-up; and do not give-in to envy.

To “live in the fear of the Lord” is to be continuously mindful of the things that matter to the Lord — and to allow your heart to follow the Spirit’s leading.  – Luther

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January 11
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“The generous will prosper; those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed.”  (Proverbs 11:25, NLT)

This is a win-win for all of us: Prosper through our own generosity, and assure our own refreshment by helping others!

Now, all that is left for us to do is to get out there and do it — and be it!  Yea!!!  – Luther  

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