Truth Daily Devo

Two things that Proverbs tends to talk a lot about are money and people. Today’s passage combines the two to talk about how money can or should influence how we engage with people. It’s some great wisdom so let’s dive in. Proverbs 23:4-8 (NLT) https://www.bible.com/bible/116/PRO.23.4-8.NLT ------------------- Music: I Saw an Angel by DJ DENZ The Rooster courtesy of Epidemic Sound Stream: https://w...

We all get forgetful now and then, especially during this age of busyness. We set reminders, alarms, alerts, timers and more just to keep our schedules and tasks at the forefront of our brains. Why don’t we do this with the Word of God? In fact, God has outlined a plan to help us remember His Word so that it will help others and ourselves to grow in Him: Listen, apply, and keep. ‭‭Proverbs 22:17-1...

If you are a parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, mentor, teacher, youth pastor, or frequently work or interact with young people in any capacity, then listen up! The old adage states: it takes a village, meaning we all play a part in the shaping of young people. Today’s passage of scripture has to do with raising our youth. ‭‭Proverbs 22:6-11 NLT‬‬ https://www.bible.com/bible/116/PRO.22.6-11.NLT ---...

Our culture is in a constant pattern of comparison. We are constantly bombarded with messages about what we have and don’t have and if we aren’t careful we can fall into the trap of measuring our worth as people and our very identity by the things that we have. Today’s passage reminds us how we are all the same yet our choices will shape our path. Proverbs 22:1-5 (NLT) https://www.bible.com/bible/...

At some point we have all had to deal with these types of people. You know, the ones who have no filter and just say whatever pops into their head. We've come across lazy yet greedy folks too - people who want it all, but unwilling to work for anything. We have even dealt with manipulative folks, always looking how to get someone from somebody. Or even worse, we are these types of people. ‭‭Pr...

Our lives are full of choices and those choices are influenced by our environment, our beliefs, and our convictions. Today’s passage hits a few great points but one of the common themes is learning to understand the influences around us and the consequences of our choices. Proverbs 21:1-8 (NLT) https://www.bible.com/bible/116/PRO.21.1-8.NLT -------------- Music: I Saw an Angel by DJ DENZ The Roote...

I love how Proverbs covers wisdom from every angle, from relationships to business and leadership and on and on. Today’s passage has one of those awesome collections of verses that can seem random at first sight but in this case, many of the verses are focused on helping us to avoid conflict with God himself. Proverbs 20:22-27 (NLT) https://www.bible.com/bible/116/PRO.20.22-27.NLT -------------- M...

Every decision we make affects the next decision we will make. So it's important to make good choices consistently. Today’s passage shows some connections between various decisions we have to make. ‭‭Proverbs 20:17-21 (NLT‬‬) https://www.bible.com/bible/116/pro.20.17-21.NLT ------------------- Music: Heavensent by baegel courtesy of Epidemic Sound Stream: https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/FZ...

Whatever your position is on believers drinking, Proverbs consistently illustrates how alcohol can often be in opposition to wise living. When alcohol is abused, it often leads to behaviors that make life more challenging and cause us to violate the principles of righteous living. Proverbs 20:1-6 (NLT) https://www.bible.com/bible/116/PRO.20.1-6.NLT --------------------- Music: Heavensent by baegel...

In the book of Proverbs we find wisdom concerning so many areas of life for everyone. This includes children. Today's passage is a message to share with our youth. ‭‭Proverbs 19:26-29 NLT‬‬ https://www.bible.com/bible/116/pro.19.26-29.NLT ---------------------- Music: Heavensent by baegel courtesy of Epidemic Sound Stream: https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/FZBnG8atx6/

We all have someone in our lives that is quick to get heated. Today’s passage reminds us how even if we do try to save them from themselves, unless they deal with their temper, they will consistently find themselves in the same types of circumstances. Proverbs 19:19-25 (NLT) https://www.bible.com/bible/116/PRO.19.19-25.NLT --------------- Music: Heavensent by baegel courtesy of Epidemic Sound Stre...

Why are your friends, your friends? Are there people in your life that you call a friend or even consider a friend yet when times get tough, they are nowhere to be found? Today’s passage challenges us to consider who our real friends are and why the people around us want to spend time with us. Proverbs 19:4-8 (NLT) https://www.bible.com/bible/116/PRO.19.4-8.NLT --------------- Music: Wait Hold Up...

Fools and foolish ways simply make life harder, but it doesn't have to be that way. Proverbs gives us examples after examples of how to live life to the fullest and how to avoid unnecessary troubles. ‭‭Proverbs 19:1-3 NLT https://www.bible.com/bible/116/pro.19.1-3.NLT ------------------- Music: Wait Hold Up by Gregory David courtesy of Epidemic Sound Stream: https://www.epidemicsound.com/track...

Words are so powerful. They express our thoughts, expose our hearts, and influence others. How and when we use our words can make a difference in our lives and those around us. Let's take a look at the power of words. ‭‭Proverbs 18:13-24 (NLT‬‬) https://www.bible.com/bible/116/pro.18.13-24.NLT --------------- Music: Wait Hold Up by Gregory David courtesy of Epidemic Sound Stream: https://www.e...

I love Proverbs and having studied it for more than the past two months, one of things that I miss is that there’s so much focus on wise choices and behaviors that there’s not as much focus on the nature and character of God. I love how today’s passage helps us to realize that in order to truly walk in wisdom and righteousness, we need to place our faith in the Lord. Proverbs 18:10-12 (NLT) https:...

This world is absolutely full of distractions. There is always something competing for your attention and when we allow ourselves to get distracted, it’s easy for us to find ourselves on the wrong side of wisdom also known as foolishness. Today’s passage gives us some good nuggets on staying focused and learning to be mindful of when and how we speak. Proverbs 17:24-28 (NLT) https://www.bible.com/...

In any relationship, whether it’s a marriage or a friendship, we’ve all had those moments when we’ve had a concern or issue and we’ve wavered about how or even if we should bring it up. Today’s passage gives us some wisdom regarding how we should go about navigating these key challenges that ultimately face all important relationships. Proverbs 17:9-15 (NLT) https://www.bible.com/bible/116/PRO.17....

The book of Proverbs has been a wonderful source of inspiration it touches on so many topics that affect our everyday lives. Today’s passage is a collection of golden nuggets applicable to our walk with the Lord and our walk with each other. Scripture Proverbs 17:1-6 (NLT) https://www.bible.com/bible/116/PRO.17.1-6.NLT --------------------- Music: Lofi on the Bass by DANIEL FRIDELL , SVEN LINDVALL...

An appetite is something that you can easily take for granted until you lose it. As you may or may not know, I was sick last week and one of the big symptoms that I had was I completely lost my appetite. If you know me, you know I generally don’t have any issues eating but last week I had to force myself to eat something. A week later and 10 pounds lighter I’m feeling better but I’m challenged to...

One of the great powers of wisdom is the power to listen to others and apply an understanding of others' wants and desires to what we choose our words carefully. That wisdom is highlighted in today’s passage. Proverbs 16:16-25 (NLT) https://www.bible.com/bible/116/PRO.16.16-25.NLT ---------------------------- Music: Lofi on the Bass by DANIEL FRIDELL , SVEN LINDVALL courtest of Epidemic Sound...

As I have been researching and studying this book of Proverbs, I almost forgot it was written by King Solomon. His wisdom and riches have been known throughout history through many many countries, across many lands. In today’s passage of scripture, this king is explaining what makes a king of respectable character and what our expectations should be of him. Proverbs 16:11-15 (NLT) https://www.bibl...

Let me kick things off by admitting that I’m not good at planning. Today’s passage was a reminder to me of the wisdom and power of planning to help us accomplish the goals that we have in life. One of the reasons that Tracy and I have committed to doing this devotional is to give us encouragement and accountability to learn how to plan and execute better. To be honest, it’s been a challenge but pr...

Every now and then, throughout the year, we get to a day where it's understood that you will spend time with loved ones. There are so many different holidays and birthdays and anniversaries and reunions, we simply can't get around the fact relationships are important. And keeping in step with how proverbs shows us the good and the bad the wise and the foolish, it also shows us healthy rela...

As a kid, I was told that words don’t hurt. By that fact alone, you can probably figure out that I’m not a millennial! Now, Tracy and I raise our kids to understand the power of their words and the responsibility that goes with learning how to use words wisely. Today’s passage highlights the weight that words can carry and the power that we wield when we open our mouths to speak. Proverbs 15:1-7 (...

In the age of information and social media we are bombarded with opinions and ideas coming from all angles. How is sift through these things is super important. Today's passage of scripture gives us some insight on just how to do this. Scripture Proverbs 14:15-18 (NLT) https://www.bible.com/bible/116/PRO.14.15-18.NLT ------------------ Music: Into Thy Hands by Rymdklang Soundtracks courtesy of...