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Proverbs 29 – Building Peace or Stirring Conflict?

Oct13

Good day everyone, and welcome back to our journey through the book of Proverbs! 😊 Each chapter is filled with timeless wisdom, and today we’re diving into Proverbs 29. My prayer is that as we reflect together, God’s Word will bring encouragement, guidance, and fresh revelation for your daily walk.

[8] Arrogant cynics love to pick fights, but the humble and wise love to pursue peace. ( Proverbs 29:8 TPT)

Are you inclined to pick fights or committed to being peacemakers. This verse tells us the wise loves to pursue peace but the arrogant pick fights. It is the wise who actively seek peace, choosing humility over pride and reconciliation over discord.

Peace is one of the natures of Jesus that’s why He is called the Prince of Peace. Jesus told us in the beatitudes that blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called the sons of God.

‘“How joyful you are when you make peace! For then you will be recognized as a true child of God. ‘(Matthew 5:9 TPT)

In the book of Hebrews, we are told to follow peace with all men.

‘Work at living in peace with everyone, and work at living a holy life, for those who are not holy will not see the Lord. ‘(Hebrews 12:14 NLT)

Paul in the book of Romans also reiterates the same.

‘If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men. ‘(Romans 12:18 NKJV)

When we choose peace, we reflect the nature of Christ and reveal ourselves as true children of God. Let’s take a moment to check our hearts today and ask the Lord to fill us with His peace and help us to be carriers of that peace wherever we go.

[18] When there is no clear prophetic vision, people quickly wander astray. But when you follow the revelation of the Word, heaven’s bliss fills your soul. (Proverbs 29:18 TPT)

I love how this verse strongly emphasises the significance of having revelation and clear insight in our lives. It makes it evident that without a vision or explicit guidance about our direction, we can easily lose our way and deviate from God’s intended plan for us. The absence of divine leadership often leads to wandering and uncertainty.

The latter part of the verse offers reassurance by showing us the benefit of allowing God’s word to be our guiding light. When Scripture becomes the revelation by which we live and make decisions, we can be confident that we are following the right path. With God’s word as our compass, we are assured of our steps and can rest in the peace that comes from knowing we are exactly where God desires us to be.

So, what is guiding your life today? Is it the Word of God or the wisdom of the world? Let’s choose to anchor our hearts in God’s Word and allow His peace and direction to lead us each day

Thank you for joining me today! 😊 I’d love to hear how Proverbs 29 spoke to you—share your thoughts or reflections in the comments below so we can grow together.

✨Here are some reflection questions to ponder on:

🌿 Reflection Questions

  1. When conflict arises, am I quick to pursue peace or to prove my point?
  2. What does being a “peacemaker” look like in my home, workplace, or relationships?
  3. How can I make God’s Word my compass in daily decisions and choices?
  4. In what areas of my life do I need to seek God for clearer vision and direction?

Psalms 4

Nov25

Good morning y’all. Today we are in Psalms 4. In this chapter we see David petition God to answer him when he calls, he declares God is the one who makes him innocent, asks God to deliver him and have mercy on him.

Be blessed 🙂

Answer me when I call to you, O God who declares me innocent. Free me from my troubles. Have mercy on me and hear my prayer. How long will you people ruin my reputation? How long will you make groundless accusations? How long will you continue your lies? Interlude You can be sure of this: The lord set apart the godly for himself. The lord will answer when I call to him. Don’t sin by letting anger control you. Think about it overnight and remain silent. Interlude Offer sacrifices in the right spirit, and trust the lord . Many people say, “Who will show us better times?” Let your face smile on us, lord . You have given me greater joy than those who have abundant harvests of grain and new wine. In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, O  lord , will keep me safe. (Psalms 4:1-8 NLT)

David was petitioning God to answer him when he calls. He declared that God is the only one who declares him innocent; that is, God is the only true Judge. He was troubled and distressed; he needed relief. He was being attacked and accused for something he didnt do (verse 2 suggests this).

David knew and understood that God was the only one who could deliver him from all these trouble and he also had faith that when he calls out to God in prayer, God will answer him. In his distress, he didnt turn to man rather he turned to God. He wasn’t moaning or complaining rather he turned his fears, worries and concerns into prayers and directed them to the One he knows has the power to change things – The Almighty God.

In verse 4, he is advising not to sin by letting anger control us. Here he is saying better to keep quiet and let God fight for us as opposed to letting the flesh control us and lead us to sin.

Verse 5 tells me that we can offer sacrifice to God in the wrong spirit. We need to check our motives. To the natural man, it might seem our offering is an acceptable sacrifice but to God it might not be because of the intent behind it. This reminds me of Cain and Abel in Genesis chapter 4. Both gave an offering to God; one was accepted and the other rejected.  Bible says man looks at the outward appearance but God looks at the heart (1 Samuel 16:7).

The second part of verse 5 says ‘trust the Lord’. Its easy to say we trust God but the real proof is how we react when we are going through trials. Do we relax knowing God is in control or do we run helter skelter from one place to another looking for solution to the problem; relying on man for help? Psalm 118:8 tells us its better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in humans.

Be encouraged today if you are in a similar situation to David. God is still on the throne! He is still in the business of listening and answering His children :). Phillipians 4:6-7 says:
Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.(Philippians 4:6-7 NLT)

Whatever it is, take it to God in prayer. He is always ready to listen and answer us. He is a friend that sticks closer than a brother. Its not about how we feel, its about the truth – God is near to us and He hears when we call. Jeremiah 29:12 – 14a says:
In those days when you pray, I will listen. If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me. I will be found by you,” says the lord. (Jeremiah 29:12-14a NLT)

P – Prayer:
Dear Lord we thank you for today. Thank you for the reassurance that when we call you always hear us. Lord we ask for grace to trust you more and bring our worries and concerns to you in prayer. We ask that you help us keep our motives pure at all times. Fill us with your peace and help us to remember you are God and can never fail or loose a battle. Thank you Lord, we love you. In Jesus Name. Amen.

Thank you for joining today.

Have a blessed day and remember God is near to you. Always ready to listen and answer you 🙂

***With God all things are possible***