Give and Take Away

Give and Take Away

Death and Destruction lie open before the Lord—how much more do human hearts! Prv. 15:11 Let my heart be open to you, God. Take what doesn’t belong, and replace it with something that...
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Comforting Correction

Stern discipline awaits anyone who leaves the path; the one who hates correction will die. Prv. 15:10 Father, thank you for your discipline and correction. I’d rather suffer the sting of being reminded of my waywardness than to suffer in anguish eternally separated...
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Focus on the Prize

The Lord detests the way of the wicked, but he loves those who pursue righteousness. Prv. 15:9 Father, keep me from being distracted and neglecting my intimacy with you. Keep me in constant pursuit of your righteousness and your will for my life. Amen.
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Vitality or Futility?

The Lord detests the sacrifice of the wicked, but the prayer of the upright pleases him. Prv. 15:8 Father, help me to realize the best thing I can do for myself and others is to maintain a constant stream of prayer with you. Keep me mindful of the fact that prayer...
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Spread the Word

The lips of the wise spread knowledge, but the hearts of fools are not upright. Prv. 15:7 Father, use my words to spread knowledge of you and your grace to those who are lost and perishing apart from you. Amen.            ...
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Timeless Treasure

The house of the righteous contains great treasure, but the income of the wicked brings ruin. Prv. 15:6 Father, help me to desire righteousness more than riches. Help me to place value on those things which moth and rust will never destroy and help me to lead others...