Daily Bible Reading – September 2023, God’s Saving Word: WisdomSample

September 25

Introduction

Both Wisdom and Stupidity call out, extending invitations for passers-by to partake of what each offers. Wisdom exhorts her listeners to follow the way of knowledge; following Stupidity’s ways will lead to death.

Scripture Reading

Proverbs 9:1-18

Today’s Key Verse: Proverbs 9:10

To be wise you must first have reverence for the LORD. If you know the Holy One, you have understanding.

Reflect

Today’s passage begins with Wisdom preparing a feast. What does her “food and drink” represent? What does she offer? What advice does she give? What does Stupidity offer? What is the fate of her victims? What, in today’s terms, would constitute “stolen water” and “stolen bread” (verse 17)? What can you do to avoid temptation?

Pray

Lord God, remind me that true wisdom begins with having reverence for you. Grant me the understanding that comes from knowing you, the Holy One. Help me not to ignore or abandon Wisdom’s call, and guard me from worldly distractions that attempt to lure me away from your truth and the good that you desire for me. Amen.

And now, join us in prayer for the continued availability of Bibles for the people in Madagascar. Madagascar is one of the poorest countries in the world. In recent years, Bibles have been so scarce that some evangelists in rural areas have resorted to hand-copying long sections of Scripture to help share the Good News with others. But thanks to the generous support of Bible Society friends, the "1 Million Bibles for Madagascar" project is making a difference in this country. Thank you, Lord God, that Bibles, audio Bibles, and Scripture resources—all in the heart language of the people—are now available to people who live in Madagascar's 23 rural regions. Praise to you, Lord God, that your Word is transforming lives and people are learning how much you love them. Amen.

Tomorrow’s Reading

1 Corinthians 1:1-17: The apostle Paul addresses the church in Corinth about problems that have arisen.