Proverbs 19 teaches us how to live wisely, speak truthfully, work diligently and treat others with compassion. It contrasts God’s wisdom with human foolishness.

Key lessons include:

• Integrity is worth more than wealth. It is better to be poor and honest than dishonest and foolish (verse 1).
• Think before acting. Enthusiasm without knowledge can lead us down the wrong path (verse 2).
• Accept responsibility. People sometimes ruin their own lives through foolish choices and then blame God (verse 3).
• Show compassion to the poor. Kindness to someone in need is like lending to the Lord, and He will reward it (verse 17).
• Control your temper. A hot-tempered person repeatedly suffers the consequences of uncontrolled anger (verse 19).
• Listen to wise counsel. Receiving instruction today helps us become wiser in the future (verse 20).
• God has the final word. We may make many plans, but the Lord’s purpose will ultimately prevail (verse 21).
• Discipline children with love. Proper correction gives them hope and helps protect them from destructive choices (verse 18).
• Fear the Lord. Reverence for God brings security, contentment and spiritual life (verse 23).

The central message of Proverbs 19 is: live honestly, listen to correction, care for people in need and trust God above your own plans.

“There are many devices in a man’s heart; nevertheless the counsel of the Lord, that shall stand.”
— Proverbs 19:21 (KJV)

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                  17th August 2016