Would you like PRACTICAL advice to live your best life? Look to further than the PRACTICALLY perfect book of Proverbs. This beloved book provides sound wisdom for a joyful life filled with more blessing. Here are four proverbs to give you guidance and strength.
Proverbs 15:1 -- A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
This proverb is so simple yet contains a truth that can create more joy. It simply says that if you can refrain from speaking out in anger, you can diffuse a potentially volatile situation and help create an atmosphere of understanding and kindness. It can be so easy to lose control and let a sharp word slip. Resist the urge to get angry and instead use a kind word to turn an uncomfortable situation into a beautiful one.
Proverbs 20:7 -- A righteous man who walks in his integrity – blessed are his sons after him!
Today’s decisions will create your tomorrow. Proverb 20:7 poetically states that a righteous man who has integrity will create the type of home and life for his family that will produce future blessings. A father who treats his wife with respect, who makes responsible decisions, who spends time with his loved ones … will provide the kind of example that children need to grow into God-fearing adults. And those children will someday provide the same type of safe, loving environment for their families.
Proverbs 27:17 -- Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.
This beautiful proverb reminds us that one of the greatest sources of edification we have is the company of smart, loving, and kind people. Our friends and family can strengthen us. Their support, advice, and example can help us become the best versions of ourselves. This is especially true if you’re a Christian and you surround yourself with the support of other sincere Christians. This proverb also reminds us of our responsibility to be a source of inspiration and strength to others.
Proverbs 26:11 -- Like a dog that returns to his vomit is a fool that repeats his folly.
This proverb draws a rather unappealing image, but all the better to illustrate how unwise it is to repeatedly make the same mistake or commit the same sin. It’s often said that the definition of insanity is doing the same thing the same way and expecting a different result. Remember, we ARE made in the image and likeness of God. We CAN be creative and try a different solution to get the results we desire.
Remember, ProVERBs Has The Word VERB!
A verb is an ACTION word. So, it’s important to put the wisdom of Proverbs into your everyday actions. It’s PRACTICALLY one of the best investments you could ever make!
