Today's Verse: Proverbs 16:20

Monday, July 11, 2005

Whoever gives heed to instruction prospers, and blessed is he who trusts in the Lord.
— Proverbs 16:20
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Thoughts on Today's Verse...

Those who seek the instruction of God's wisdom and who truly trust in God for their life's blessings and values will find joyful prosperity. That's his promise. That's embedded in Scripture. While this philosophy doesn't play well in the world of today's commercials designed to appeal to our covetousness, pride, and greed, this biblical and godly understanding is vital to a truly blessed and prosperous life!

Video Commentary...

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My Prayer...

Wise and eternal God, please open my mind to your wisdom and my heart to your gracious presence. I trust my future with you and want to live in obedience to your will and response to your truth and instruction. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.

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About This Devotional

Today's Verse is a free daily devotional that includes a Bible verse, thought and prayer.

The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.

All scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION. © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan Publishing House.

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