July 25 - Proverbs 19

Today's reading in our daily plan is Proverbs 19. Take a moment to pray, asking God to speak to you from this passage. Then read, using the following notes and questions to help you get everything out of the passage.

SAY WHAT? (What is the passage saying?)

• Verse 2 tells us that "Desire without knowledge is not good." In other words, we shouldn't just want something -- we should know what it takes to achieve it.
• There are a few verses that talk about how lazy people will suffer in life. 
• Verses 13 and 18 are sobering reminders to be a good father and husband. Men have more to do with how well their home life is than most are willing to accept. God calls men to step up to lead and love their families the way they deserve.
• Verse 17 reminds us that God has a heart for the poor. He remembers the people society forgets.

SO WHAT? (What are the underlying principles?)

• This chapter emphasizes action. Anybody can want to do good, but that doesn't always translate to reality.
• We should be committed to learning more about God so that we can take steps to grow closer to him, and to show his love to others.

NOW WHAT? (How will you personally apply this passage?)

• Reading the Bible regularly is a great way to learn more about God. Ask him to show you what actions you need to take because of what you have been learning.