Abba, Father, grant me but a smidgen of your wisdom. Allow me to be a woman of good sense. Don’t let me follow frivolous or worthless pursuits. Lead me to righteous and worthy tasks and grant my success. Give me strength to carry them through and the boldness to stand by them upon their completion. … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Solomon starts Proverbs with his mindful intent for his reader, “To know wisdom and instruction, to understand words of insight,” (Proverbs 1:2 ESV) Wisdom #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Father God, encircle me with your hedge of protection. Keep me far from folly and poor choices. May I feel the thorns of the hedge whenever I get close to leaving the circle of your will, for whoever loves discipline loves knowledge. He who hates reproof is stupid. No one is established by wickedness. Do … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all those who practice it have a good understanding. His praise endures forever!” (Psalm 111:10 ESV) Wisdom #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Jehovah Jireh, you provide more than I could want or need. Make me one who passes on your provision in generosity. Let me bring blessing of your goodness to others. You bless the ones who bless. You water those who water your flock. Teach me how to seek good, for in finding good I find … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because the earth and all creatures belong to God, “O LORD, how manifold are your works! In wisdom have you made them all; the earth is full of your creatures.” (Psalm 104:24 ESV) Wisdom #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Oh, Lord, through your mercy, make me a woman of kindness and grace to my honor and benefit of those around me. Allow me to sow your righteousness for sure reward; for those of a crooked heart are an abomination to you. You delight in blameless ways. Your delight is my desire in the name … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Joseph was sold by his brothers to end up teaching wisdom in the kings courts, “to bind his princes at his pleasure and to teach his elders wisdom.” (Psalm 105:22 ESV) Wisdom #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Jehovah Nissi, your love and wisdom form a banner over me. Your name alone is my shield. May I always weigh things correctly, giving credit where it is due. May humility overshadow pride and erase it from my heart, that I not come to disgrace before you. Guide me with your integrity that my feet … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because the Holy Spirit guides us to use time wisely, “So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.” (Psalm 90:12 ESV) Wisdom #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday