August 12, 2026
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Reading along with us in 2 Chronicles, Psalms, & Proverbs? Here’s today’s reading:
Proverbs 17 (NIV)
1 Better a dry crust with peace and quiet
than a house full of feasting, with strife.
2 A prudent servant will rule over a disgraceful son
and will share the inheritance as one of the family.……Continue Reading
Next: Psalms 94
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Back: 2 Chronicles 26
Some themes that jumped out to me in this chapter is how we conduct ourselves in relationships. Are we seeking to keep them together or tear them apart? Are we considering how our behavior affects others and what are we doing to foster harmony? It also makes no sense to have much in terms of the world and not have peace, integrity, and wisdom….and those we have relationships having those things too. It is also no use to have much and have gained it by evil means. And having wisdom will benefit us and others, and being foolish will destroy us and others.
You read these verses. And it’s amazing how true. Some you read and it explains some people we know to a tea. But these are best to examine ourselves.
Proverbs 17
A modest home that is peaceful and quiet is so much better than a luxurious home that is filled with conflict and discord. Someone who is wise and insightful can use admonishment and criticism to their advantage. And one who is discerning can speak words at their proper timing and have control over their emotions.
Proverbs 17
Wisdom in our relationships is certainly a key part of this chapter. I both our close and more superficial relationships, are we honoring one another and putting others first? When we need to speak to someone regarding an issue, are we coming in hot ready for a fight or are we seeking God first to let Him guide our words? There was also much talk about bribes that made me think how often on the reverse we try to buy people’s affections or favor. We definitely shouldn’t take bribes, but also that shouldn’t be a go-to to gain favor with people. People are always more important than things and tasks. Honest, humble sincerity should be our approach toward people following the example Jesus provided us.
Psalm 7; Ester 1; Proverbs 17
Proverbs 17
Proverbs 17:6 NIV
Children’s children are a crown to the aged, and parents are the pride of their children.
Proverbs 17
“The refining pot is for silver and the furnace for gold, But the Lord tests the hearts.”
Proverbs 17:3 NKJV
Proverbs 17