Planning to fail

The saying goes, “Fail to plan, plan to fail.” However, you want to make sure you’re making the right plans!

Proverbs 14:22 (HCSB): Don’t those who plan evil go astray?
But those who plan good find loyalty and faithfulness.

‘nough said!

‘nough said!

Proverbs 11:13 (HCSB): A gossip goes around revealing a secret,
but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence.

Chutes and Ladders

Like a player who avoids the chute and climbs the ladder  in Chutes and Ladders, so the righteous move forward in life while the treacherous fall. Which way do you want to go today?

Proverbs 11:5–6 (HCSB):
The righteousness of the blameless clears his path,
but the wicked person will fall because of his wickedness.
The righteousness of the upright rescues them,
but the treacherous are trapped by their own desires.

Following Instructions

Whether it’s a task given by the boss, directions to assemble a toy, or God’s instructions to receive abundant life, those who ignore instruction will find themselves in trouble, while those who follow instructions will find themselves in blessings. Today, are you too proud to try “following the instructions?”

Proverbs 13:13 (HCSB): The one who has contempt for instruction will pay the penalty,
but the one who respects a command will be rewarded.

Problems

More money may be what everyone desires, but more money often comes with a new set of problems. Today, be thankful for the problems you don’t have!

Proverbs 13:8–9 (HCSB): Riches are a ransom for a man’s life,
but a poor man hears no threat.

Maps

A person’s speech is like a roadmap. The question is, does yours lead to trouble or security?

Proverbs 12:13 (HCSB): An evil man is trapped by his rebellious speech,
but a righteous one escapes from trouble.

Proverbs 11:2 (HCSB): When pride comes, disgrace follows, but with humility comes wisdom.