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Proverbs 15 – Want to see God’s glory?

Aug23

Good day everyone and welcome to another day of blogging through the book of Proverbs 😊

Today we look at chapter 15 and I’ll be focusing on verses 31-33

[31] Accepting constructive criticism opens your heart to the path of life, making you right at home among the wise. [32] Refusing constructive criticism shows you have no interest in improving your life, for revelation-insight only comes as you accept correction and the wisdom that it brings. [33] The source of revelation-knowledge is found as you fall down in surrender before the Lord. Don’t expect to see Shekinah glory until the Lord sees your sincere humility. (Proverbs 15:31–33 TPT)

These verses carry such powerful truth. To accept constructive criticism is to embrace wisdom. How do you personally respond to correction? We can either receive it and grow, or reject it and remain in foolishness. Correction should not be seen as rejection, but as an opportunity to mature in character and in our walk with God.

Verse 32 reminds us that refusing correction reveals an unwillingness to grow. Revelation and wisdom are not found in prideful resistance, but in humble acceptance of truth. When we receive correction, our understanding deepens, and our ability to reflect and make wiser choices increases.

Verse 33 is it for me 😊. The true source of revelation and knowledge begins with surrender to God. Surrender is the starting point of wisdom. It means yielding our whole being to Him—relinquishing control and allowing the Holy Spirit to guide our lives. Without surrender, there is pride; and pride keeps us from experiencing the fullness of God’s presence.

The latter part of verse 33 tells us we cannot expect to encounter God’s glory without sincere humility. Humility is the posture that attracts His presence. To live surrendered is to declare with our lives, “God, I need You.” Only then can His Spirit freely work in us and lead us into truth.

Today, let’s make the choice to fully surrender. Yield our plans, desires, and will to God. Trust that He knows what is best and will guide us into the path of life. True wisdom and lasting transformation are found in Him alone.

Thanks for joining me on this journey. 

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Proverbs 12 – Are you overwhelmed?

Aug16

Good day everyone and welcome to another day of blogging through the book of Proverbs 😊

Today we look at chapter 12 and I’ll be focusing on verse 21.

[21] Calamity is not allowed to overwhelm the righteous, but there’s nothing but trouble waiting for the wicked. (Proverbs 12:21 TPT)

This verse assures us that “Calamity is not allowed to overwhelm the righteous”

As believers, we stand in the righteousness of God— not through our own works, but through the finished work of Christ. As 2 Corinthians 5:21 (TPT) says: “For God made the only one who did not know sin to become sin for us, so that we might become the righteousness of God through our union with him.”

Whatever battle or challenge you are facing today has no authority to overpower or overwhelm you. Jesus Christ has already finished the work and declared you victorious.

In John 16:33 (TPT), Jesus says: “And everything I’ve taught you is so that the peace which is in me will be in you and will give you great confidence as you rest in me. For in this unbelieving world you will experience trouble and sorrows, but you must be courageous, for I have conquered the world!”
This powerful truth  should fill your hearts with hope and joy—knowing that Jesus has already conquered everything you could ever face. Even before the battle started, you were already victorious!!!

Paul reminds us in Romans 8:28 (NLT): “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.”
Even this present circumstance is being turned around for your good.

James 1:2-4 (TPT) encourages us to consider it joy when we face difficulties:

“My fellow believers, when it seems as though you are facing nothing but difficulties, see it as an invaluable opportunity to experience the greatest joy that you can! For you know that when your faith is tested it stirs up in you the power of endurance. And then as your endurance grows even stronger, it will release perfection into every part of your being until there is nothing missing and nothing lacking.”

These challenges are strengthening you, refining your faith, and producing endurance.

Today, God wants to remind you that He will never allow more to come upon you than you can bear. He will always provide a way of escape.
1 Corinthians 10:13 (TPT) says:

“We all experience times of testing, which is normal for every human being. But God will be faithful to you. He will screen and filter the severity, nature, and timing of every test or trial you face so that you can bear it. And each test is an opportunity to trust him more, for along with every trial God has provided for you a way of escape that will bring you out of it victoriously.”

I pray that the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your heart and mind. May you deeply know the love of your Father. May He carry you, strengthen you, and empower you to keep moving forward. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Remember, you are victorious already 😊

Thanks for joining me on this journey.

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