Daily Wisdom: Proverbs 16:32

Monday, May 11, 1998

Better a patient man than a warrior, a man who controls his temper than one who takes a city.
— Proverbs 16:32

More Daily Wisdom

"Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates correction is stupid."
"Many are the plans in a man's heart, but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails."
"A good man obtains favor from the Lord, but the Lord condemns a crafty man."
"Better a patient man than a warrior, a man who controls his temper than one who takes a city."

Comments

Archived Facebook Comments

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Monday, May 11, 1998

A daily passage of Scripture emphasizing praise to our God.
"Praise the Lord God, the God of Israel, who alone does such wonderful things."
A daily devotional featuring a Bible verse, thought and prayer.
"Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you."
A daily devotional about God's power for our battles.
"The human heart is the most deceitful of all things, and desperately wicked. Who really knows how bad it is? But I, the Lord, search all hearts and...."
A daily dose of Christian quotes to inspire and encourage.
"One encounter with Jesus Christ is enough to change you, instantly, forever."

Illustration

Illustration of Proverbs 16:32 — Better a patient man than a warrior, a man who controls his temper than one who takes a city.

About This Devotional

Daily Wisdom is a free daily devotional for Christians featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.