The wise know the value and benefit of obedience to God's instructions. They understand all other roads take you off your God-given purpose.

Proverbs 7:2 Obey my commands and live! Guard my instructions as you guard your own eyes. (NLT)

Bible Reading: Joshua 10–11; John 1

It's better to be quiet than to be trapped. Too much talk often leads to regret.

Proverbs 6:2 “Don’t be trapped by what you have said. Don't be caught by the words of your mouth.” — NIRV

Bible Reading: Joshua 7–9; Luke 24

Being mindful of the Lord and His ways brings prosperity; being distracted can cost you everything. What’s on your mind?

Proverbs 3:6 Remember the Lord in all you do, and he will give you success. — NCV

Bible Reading: Joshua 4–6; Luke 23

People of character will always triumph. Any success the wicked have is short-lived. Don’t get confused—the wicked’s prosperity is temporary.

Proverbs 2:21–22 Decent people will live in the land. People of integrity will remain in it.
But wicked people will be cut off from the land, and treacherous people will be torn from it. (God’s Word)

Bible Reading: Joshua 1–3; Luke 22

A guide always makes any trip safer and better. Gaining wisdom always makes us smarter.

Proverbs 1:5 “Let wise people listen and add to what they have learned. Let those who understand what is right get guidance.” — NIRV

Bible Reading: Deut. 32–34; Luke 21

When’s the last time you spoke up for those who have no voice?  If you have influence, God expects you to use it for those beaten down by life.  Are you speaking up?

Prov. 31:8  Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves; ensure justice for those being crushed. NLT

Bible Reading:  Deuteronomy 29-31  Luke  20

Anyone can get angry, it's an emotion we all experience. So why purposely stir up someone's anger? You may find a bigger battle than you wanted.

Proverbs 30:33 As the beating of cream yields butter and striking the nose causes bleeding, so stirring up anger causes quarrels. (NLT)

Bible Reading:  Deuteronomy 28  Luke  19

A wise and good employee works as if they were the owner. They don't have to be watched to do a good job. Employers seek this kind of employee and reward them well.

Proverbs 27:18 As workers who tend a fig tree are allowed to eat the fruit, so workers who protect their employer’s interests will be rewarded. (NLT)

Bible Reading:  Deuteronomy 24-27  Luke  18

Lazy people think they are smarter than everyone around them.  If you are the smartest person you know, reconsider and lseek wisdom.

Proverbs 26:16 Lazy people consider themselves smarter than seven wise counselors. (NLT)

Bible Reading:  Deuteronomy 21-23  Luke  17

Don't muddy the waters. We pollute our lives when we compromise our values.  The wise refuse to give into pressure from the ungodly.  .

Proverbs 25:26 If the godly give in to the wicked, it’s like polluting a fountain or muddying a spring. (NLT)

Bible Reading:  Deuteronomy 17-20  Luke  16

Are you feeling weak in the face of life's challenges? Increase your wisdom and overcome all of life's obstacles.

Proverbs 24:5 The wise are mightier than the strong, and those with knowledge grow stronger and stronger. (NLT)

Bible Reading:  Deuteronomy 14-16  Luke  15

Save your breath when it comes to fools because they have no time for the words of the wise.  Reserve wise words to those hungry for wisdom.

Prov. 23:9 Don’t waste your breath on fools, for they will despise the wisest advice. NLT

Bible Reading:  Deuteronomy 11-13  Luke  14

Integrity means actions that match beliefs and words.  People of Integrity leave great examples for their children to follow. Can your children safely follow your example?

Prov. 20:7  The godly walk with integrity; blessed are their children who follow them. NLT

Bible Reading:  Deuteronomy 8-10  Luke 13

Witnesses willing to lie have no sense of justice. They don’t care for the welfare of others. Remember that when dealing with them.

Prov. 19:28  A corrupt witness makes a mockery of justice; the mouth of the wicked gulps down evil. NLT

Bible Reading:  Deuteronomy 5-7  Luke 12

Once you hear a rumor, it sinks in and begins to affect your thinking. Don't allow a half-truth or lie to impact the way you think.

Prov. 18:8   Rumors are dainty morsels that sink deep into one’s heart.

Bible Reading:    Deuteronomy 3-4   Luke 11

Most medicines need to be taken daily to be effective.  We all need a good dose of cheerfulness every day.  Life is too challenging to not seize every cheerful moment.

Prov. 17:22  A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit saps a person’s strength. NLT

Bible Reading:  Deuteronomy 1-2    Luke 10

We all make plans but carrying them out can be another story.  The wise trust the Lord to show the steps to fulfill their plans and avoid mis-steps by asking for His guidance.

Prov. 16:9   We can make our plans, but the LORD determines our steps. NLT

Bible Reading:  Numbers  34-36  Luke 9

Are your friends adding to your wisdom?  Our associations affect us for better or worse so it would behoove us to take a closer look at those that are close to us.

Prov. 13:20   Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble.  NLT

Bible Reading:  Numbers 32-33    Luke 8

Want to increase your advantages in life today?  It’s simple, speak well and work hard. 

Prov. 12:14 Wise words bring many benefits, and hard work brings rewards. NLT

Bible Reading:  Numbers 29-31    Luke 7

Wisdom does not whitewash evil.  And it understands that it is healthy to rejoice when wicked people can no longer do their acts of evil. 

Prov. 11:10  The whole city celebrates when the godly succeed;  they shout for joy when the wicked die. NLT

Bible Reading:  Numbers 26-28    Luke 6

Hatred escalates problems and keeps offenses alive. Love diffuses conflict and refuses to let offense control the relationship.  The wise choose love!

Prov. 10:12   Hatred stirs up quarrels, but love makes up for all offenses. NLT

Bible Reading: Numbers 23-25    Luke 5

Knowing God builds a solid foundation in our lives that shapes our wisdom, strengthens our judgment, and guides us toward wise decisions. Are you headed in the right direction?

Prov. 9:10    Fear of the LORD is the foundation of wisdom. Knowledge of the Holy One results in good judgment. 

Bible Reading: Numbers 21-22    Luke 4

We could avoid so much of the destruction that foolish behavior brings by considering the consequences before we act.  Are you thinking ahead?

Prov 6:27  Can a man scoop a flame into his lap and not have his clothes catch on fire? 
28 Can he walk on hot coals and not blister his feet?  NLT

Bible Reading: Numbers 18-20    Luke 3

Just like students in class, we all need to be reminded to pay attention- especially when it comes to wisdom. We tend to allow problems to consume us, and thus forget to listen for the solution. What are you listening to?

Proverbs 5:1 My son, pay attention to my wisdom; listen carefully to my wise counsel. (NLT)

Bible Reading: Numbers 15-17   Luke 2

The wise view correction as an opportunity to grow.  They don’t allow pride to stand in the way of a lesson that can help them make better decisions in the future.  

Prov. 4:1   My children, listen when your father corrects you. Pay attention and learn good judgment, NLT

Bible Reading: Numbers 13-14   Luke 1