A Proverb a Day Keeps the Police Away! Join me as we read through the book of Proverbs in the Message Version this month! Today's takeaway is that words matter so choose wisely when speaking to others. Today's reading is packed full of wisdom, insight, and good instruction for living to keep you on the right path! I'm not pushy or preachy, I'm just glad that you are here!
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Summary/Abstract
Robert welcomed the audience to Set Free 24/7 and introduced the task of reading one proverb a day to keep the police away. He asked how they were doing the past 13 days and commented on the importance of staying on the straight and narrow path. He mentioned his own experience of being on the wrong path, which is bumpy and rocky, and can even lead to prison time. He then introduced the audience to the Message version of Proverbs chapter 13 for them to read.
The Message version is just a paraphrase of the Bible and a different translation, but the audience can also follow their favorite translation if they prefer. This conversation is about the importance of walking with the wise and listening to God's word as found in Proverbs 13. It begins by explaining that intelligent children listen to their parents, while foolish children do their own thing. This is then followed by a discussion of the benefits of speaking carefully, working hard, and avoiding sin. The speaker then touches on the differences between an empty life and a full life, and the consequences of ignoring God's word. Finally, the speaker outlines the benefits of disciplining children and having an appetite for good.
Overall, this conversation emphasizes the importance of living a godly life and the rewards that come with it. In this conversation, the speaker encouraged the audience to read the Bible, even if it’s the same passage they’ve read before, because the same words can mean different things in different seasons of life. The speaker then shared a quote from Eugene Peterson, who said that his first spiritual director had never heard the term “spiritual director”, but their mutual ignorance didn’t stop them from meeting twice a week to talk, pray, and walk through life together. The speaker then shared the importance of having a community to journey through life together with, rather than doing it alone.
They then shared Proverbs 13:3, which says “Careful words make for a careful life. Careless talk may ruin everything.” This serves as a reminder to be mindful of our words, as they can have a significant impact on our lives. The speaker emphasizes the importance of carefully choosing words when speaking to others, as careless words can have a lasting effect on people. The speaker encourages the listener to be intentional with their words and to give compliments, motivation, and hope to those they encounter. The speaker concludes by encouraging the listener to like, share, and pray for the episode, and to leave prayer requests in the comments. In summary, the speaker encourages the listener to be mindful and kind when speaking to others, as words have the power to positively or negatively shape people's lives.
