Daily Bible Reading - September 2020 God's Life-Giving Word of WisdomSample

  

September 27

Introduction

Today’s reading focuses on the importance of honesty, controlling one’s temper, and showing kindness to the poor.

Scripture Reading 

Proverbs 14:1-35

Today’s Key Verse: Proverbs 14:2

Be honest and you show that you have reverence for the LORD; be dishonest and you show that you do not.

Reflect

Verses 17 and 29 pertain to controlling one’s temper. Have you ever experienced times when it was difficult to control your temper? Why is it hard to remain calm in such circumstances? What are your thoughts on how to resolve disputes? 

Pray

Lord God, sometimes it is hard for me to remain calm when I am involved in situations that cause me to become angry. In such times, fill me with your wisdom and teach me patience so that the words I speak may bring about healing and a peaceful resolution. Amen.

Prayer Concern

Those involved in legal disputes.

Tomorrow’s Reading

Proverbs 15:1-33: Wisdom involves having reverence for the LORD.