Category: Proverbs

23 Whoever keeps his mouth and his tongue keeps himself out of trouble. Setting the Scene for Proverbs 21:23 In the bustling marketplace of a small ancient town, a group of merchants has gathered to discuss their latest business ventures. Among them is Jacob, a seasoned trader known for his shrewdness and wit, who has…

24 A man’s steps are from the Lord; how then can man understand his way? Setting the Scene for Proverbs 20:24 In the scene referred to in Proverbs 20:24, we find a group of travelers embarking on a journey through a vast desert. The sun beats down mercilessly on the group as they trudge through…

31 Give her of the fruit of her hands, and let her works praise her in the gates. Setting the Scene for Proverbs 31:31 In Proverbs chapter 31, we find a scene set in a bustling marketplace in ancient Israel. The marketplace is filled with merchants selling their goods, women bargaining for produce, and children…

33 The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the Lord. Setting the Scene for Proverbs 16:33 In the bustling marketplace of ancient Jerusalem, a group of merchants and traders had gathered to discuss their latest business ventures. Among them were Jacob, a wealthy merchant known for his shrewd investments,…

9 Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your produce; Setting the Scene for Proverbs 3:9 In Proverbs chapter 3, we find a scene set in a humble and peaceful village in ancient Israel. The sun is setting, casting a warm golden glow over the small gathering of villagers who…

2 Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but the Lord weighs the heart. Setting the Scene for Proverbs 21:2 In the bustling marketplace of a small ancient town, a group of merchants and townspeople have gathered to discuss matters of business and trade. The sun beats down on the dusty…

1 My son, be attentive to my wisdom; incline your ear to my understanding, 2 that you may keep discretion, and your lips may guard knowledge. 3 For the lips of a forbidden woman drip honey, and her speech is smoother than oil, 4 but in the end she is bitter as wormwood, sharp as…

1 The wisest of women builds her house, but folly with her own hands tears it down. 2 Whoever walks in uprightness fears the Lord, but he who is devious in his ways despises him. 3 In the mouth of the foolish is a rod for his back, but the lips of the wise will…

9 Oil and perfume make the heart glad, and the sweetness of a friend comes from his earnest counsel. Setting the Scene for Proverbs 27:9 In Proverbs 27:9, the scene is set in a quaint village where a group of friends have gathered for a special occasion. The sun is setting, casting a warm glow…

10 The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe. Setting the Scene for Proverbs 18:10 In the scene referred to in Proverbs 18:10, we find a group of believers gathered together in a small, dimly lit room. The room is filled with the warm glow…