God Speaks A gentle answer deflects anger,    but harsh words make tempers flare. 2 The tongue of the wise makes knowledge appealing,    but the mouth of a fool belches out foolishness. 3 The Lord is watching everywhere,    keeping his eye on both the evil and the good…. Read moreProverbs 15

God Speaks A wise woman builds her home,    but a foolish woman tears it down with her own hands. 2 Those who follow the right path fear the Lord;    those who take the wrong path despise him. 3 A fool’s proud talk becomes a rod… Read moreProverbs 14

God Speaks Then what’s the advantage of being a Jew? Is there any value in the ceremony of circumcision? 2 Yes, there are great benefits! First of all, the Jews were entrusted with the whole revelation of God. 3 True, some of them… Read moreRomans 3

God Speaks A wise child accepts a parent’s discipline;    a mocker refuses to listen to correction. 2 Wise words will win you a good meal,    but treacherous people have an appetite for violence. 3 Those who control their tongue will have a long life;    opening… Read moreProverbs 13

God Speaks To learn, you must love discipline;    it is stupid to hate correction. 2 The Lord approves of those who are good,    but he condemns those who plan wickedness. 3 Wickedness never brings stability,    but the godly have deep roots. 4 A worthy wife is a crown… Read moreProverbs 12

God Speaks The Lord detests the use of dishonest scales,    but he delights in accurate weights. 2 Pride leads to disgrace,    but with humility comes wisdom. 3 Honesty guides good people;    dishonesty destroys treacherous people. 4 Riches won’t help on the day of judgment,    but right living can save… Read moreProverbs 11

God Speaks The proverbs of Solomon: A wise child brings joy to a father;    a foolish child brings grief to a mother. 2 Tainted wealth has no lasting value,    but right living can save your life. 3 The Lord will not let the godly go hungry,    but he… Read moreProverbs 10

God Speaks Wisdom has built her house;    she has carved its seven columns.2 She has prepared a great banquet,    mixed the wines, and set the table.3 She has sent her servants to invite everyone to come.    She calls out from the heights overlooking the city.4 “Come… Read moreProverbs 9

God Speaks Listen as Wisdom calls out!    Hear as understanding raises her voice!2 On the hilltop along the road,    she takes her stand at the crossroads.3 By the gates at the entrance to the town,    on the road leading in, she cries aloud,4 “I call to… Read moreProverbs 8

God Speaks Follow my advice, my son;    always treasure my commands.2 Obey my commands and live!    Guard my instructions as you guard your own eyes.3 Tie them on your fingers as a reminder.    Write them deep within your heart. 4 Love wisdom like a sister;    make insight… Read moreProverbs 7