My Takeaways from Proverbs 27
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(Day 20 of #ProverbsHesedWisdomChallenge to read a chapter from the Book of Proverbs each day which corresponds to the date as suggested by Pastor Joseph Prince in 7 Jan 2018’s Vision Sunday sermon -
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Practical wisdom for friendship.
Only a true friend will care enough to tell you the truth, even if it hurts.
That’s because he or she really has your welfare in mind.
Choose your friends wisely - walk beside wise people instead of fools. You will grow together in the Lord.
“Better is an open reprimand [of loving correction] Than love that is hidden. Faithful are the wounds of a friend [who corrects out of love and concern], But the kisses of an enemy are deceitful [because they serve his hidden agenda].
Oil and perfume make the heart glad; So does the sweetness of a friend’s counsel that comes from the heart. Do not abandon your own friend and your father’s friend, And do not go to your brother’s house in the day of your disaster. Better is a neighbor who is near than a brother who is far away.
As iron sharpens iron, So one man sharpens [and influences] another [through discussion].” (PROVERBS 27:5-6, 9-10, 17 AMP)
When God tests us, He looks at how our heart responds.
If someone responds in a proud way when receiving praise, then he or she is still spiritually immature.
“As in water face reflects face, So the heart of man reflects man.
The refining pot is for silver and the furnace for gold [to separate the impurities of the metal], And each is tested by the praise given to him [and his response to it, whether humble or proud].” (PROVERBS 27:19, 21 AMP)
Practical financial wisdom. Regularly monitor the health of your business and finances because you don’t want to be caught off guard when there is a sudden change or drop in cash flow.
God wants to encourage us that even if our finances are in a bad place right now, it will not keep remaining like that.
We will be well-supplied and provided for. Just keep focusing on Jesus and there’s no need to worry.
“Be diligent to know the condition of your flocks, And pay attention to your herds; For riches are not forever, Nor does a crown endure to all generations. When the grass is gone, the new growth is seen, And herbs of the mountain are gathered in, The lambs will supply wool for your clothing, And the goats will bring the price of a field. And there will be enough goats’ milk for your food, For the food of your household, And for the maintenance of your maids.” (PROVERBS 27:23-27 AMP)
What are your takeaways from Proverbs 27? Do share them with me as well! 🙂
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*These takeaways are from Milton Goh’s own Bible study. This page is not affiliated with Pastor Joseph Prince or Joseph Prince Ministries in any way.
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