Solomon continues to highlight the importance of our speech, as well as other areas such as self-control, friendship, and finances. In which area do you need to apply God’s wisdom today?
Before you begin
Ask the Lord to give you a fresh sense of wonder as you read His Word. Pray for understanding and for an open, humble, obedient heart to receive what He wants to say to you.
Read
Review
Write a sentence or two about what you've just read. This could be a summary of the passage or an observation or highlight that stood out to you.
Reflect
Who in your life sticks closer than a brother, and how might you show appreciation for that relationship?
O Lord, Your words are sweet, pleasant, healthy, and restorative. May I take them in, savor them, and be strengthened and healed by them. And may my words do the same for others. —Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth1
Respond
Write a short prayer, based on today’s reading. This could include praise, gratitude, personal confession, agreement with the truth, or a request for yourself or someone else.
1CSB Notetaking Bible, Revive Our Hearts Edition p. 668, Proverbs 16
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Takeaway Thought
What key verse or insight will you take with you into your day?