Welcome to Day 2086 of  Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me.

This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom

The Book of Proverbs – Chapter 15 – Daily Wisdom

Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on trek.com/wisdom-trek-podcast/day-2086">Day 2086 of our trek. Establishing good habits is imperative for living a Godly life and one habit I have practiced nearly every day for the past 45+ years of my adult life is to read the chapter in the book of Proverbs that corresponds to the day of the month. This single habit has been the catalyst for gaining wisdom and creating a living legacy. Adopting this habit can do the same for your life. The realization that God’s Wisdom is the only true wisdom drives me to seek God’s wisdom each day, and there is no better way to do this than to meditate on God’s book of Wisdom. Wisdom is the final frontier in gaining true knowledge. So we are on a daily trek to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. Today I will read Proverbs 15.

The Book of Proverbs - Chapter 15

¹A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare. ² The tongue of the wise makes knowledge appealing, but the mouth of a fool belches out foolishness. ³ The Lord is watching everywhere, keeping his eye on both the evil and the good. ⁴ Gentle words are a tree of life; a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit. ⁵ Only a fool despises a parent’s discipline; whoever learns from correction is wise. ⁶ There is treasure in the house of the godly, but the earnings of the wicked bring trouble. ⁷ The lips of the wise give good advice; the heart of a fool has none to give. ⁸ The Lord detests the sacrifice of the wicked, but he delights in the prayers of the upright. ⁹ The Lord detests the way of the wicked, but he loves those who pursue godliness. ¹⁰ Whoever abandons the right path will be severely disciplined; whoever hates correction will die. ¹¹ Even Death and Destruction hold no secrets from the Lord. How much more does he know the human heart! ¹² Mockers hate to be corrected, so they stay away from the wise. ¹³ A glad heart makes a happy face; a broken heart crushes the spirit. ¹⁴ A wise person is hungry for knowledge, while the fool feeds on trash. ¹⁵ For the despondent, every day brings trouble; for the happy heart, life is a continual feast. ¹⁶ Better to have little, with fear for the Lord, than to have great treasure and inner turmoil. ¹⁷ A bowl of vegetables with someone you love is better than steak with someone you hate. ¹⁸ A hot-tempered person starts fights; a cool-tempered person stops them. ¹⁹ A lazy person’s way is blocked with briers, but the path of the upright is an open highway. ²⁰ Sensible children bring joy to their father; foolish children despise their mother. ²¹ Foolishness brings joy to those with no sense; a sensible person stays on the right path. ²² Plans go wrong for lack of advice; many advisers bring success. ²³ Everyone enjoys a fitting reply; it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time! ²⁴ The path of life leads upward for the wise; they leave the grave behind. ²⁵ The Lord tears down the house of the proud, but he protects the property of widows. ²⁶ The Lord detests evil plans, but he delights in pure words. ²⁷ Greed brings grief to the whole family, but those who hate bribes will live. ²⁸ The heart of the godly thinks carefully before speaking; the mouth of the wicked overflows with evil words. ²⁹ The Lord is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayers of the righteous. ³⁰ A cheerful look brings joy to the heart; good news makes for good health. ³¹ If you listen to constructive criticism, you will be at home among the wise. ³² If you reject discipline, you only harm yourself; but if you listen to correction, you grow in understanding. ³³ Fear of the Lord teaches wisdom; humility precedes honor. Today, as you ponder Proverbs 15, please encourage your friends and family to join us and come along tomorrow for another day of our Wisdom-Trek, Creating a Legacy. Thank you so much for allowing me to be your guide, mentor, and, most importantly, your friend as I serve you through this Wisdom-Trek podcast and journal. As we take this trek together, let us always:

1. Live Abundantly (Fully)
2. Love Unconditionally
3. Listen Intentionally
4. Learn Continuously
5. Lend to others Generously
6. Lead with Integrity
7. Leave a Living Legacy Each Day

I am Guthrie Chamberlain reminding you to Keep Moving Forward, Enjoy Your Journey, and Create a Great Day Everyday! See you next time for more daily wisdom!