Friday, October 1, 2021

#SteepedAndSpendingTime in the Book of...... P - R - O - V - E - R - B - S #itIsProverbsSeason #Mishle (10.1.21)


To the Faith-filled, Faith-full, Faithful!!

Deliberately & intentionally, back on August 14th - we decided to delve deep and delve diligently into the Book of Proverbs. 

Nothing was said, announced, no great fanfare or indicators.  Just a simple "deciding & doing." Action only.  No words.  Just doing.  A simple move, nudge, "lean in whisper," "still, small voice prompting," if you will, that #rightNow is the right time, the best time, #onTime time.  For it is Proverbs season.  Right now.  Right now.  RIGHT NOW.

And so we are.  Obediently listening AND taking action, instruction, leading.  Making it happen in a #rightNow #thisIsTheSeason #theTimeIsNow timeframe.  We looked through each & every post prior to Aug. 14th - Proverbs 3 (3.7.20) ;  3:3-33 (10.23.20) ; 4:5-7 (6.1.21) ; 8 (1.7.21) ; 10 (4.20.20) ; 16:10-33 (8.10.21) ; 17 (4.29.20) ; 18:13-19 (1.30.18) ; and 22 (10.20.18); created a chart; mapped out a plan; and then set out to intentionally & eagerly, mindfully & consistently post #ScriptureReflection's only from the "Book of Proverbs."   

The goal being that by September 30, 2021 - the entire Book of Proverbs would be posted.

And here we are.  October 1, 2021.  And we have done just that, insofar as every post being from Proverbs.  Every #ScriptureReflection has intentionally come from the Book of Proverbs.  For weeks and weeks we have shimmer & sparkled & #shinedBright in this amazing book.  Yet, there are still more chapters in the Book of Proverbs to explore.  We are not done, yet!  Thus, we will continue.  Until every chapter and verse is represented, shared, loved and enjoyed. 

Proverbs is such a rich Biblical Book.  Proverbs true Hebrew name is "Mishle" and the primary purpose of this book is to teach us wisdom.  Wisdom is such an important trait.  And in our modern day "religiousity," it is often overlooked and not always focused on or taught.  But it is with - not just wisdom - but God's Wisdom, that we, as His Children, can truly discern His Will & His Way; that we can hear "His Still Small Voice;" and hear, discern & learn His Purpose & His Path for our lives. 

Often referred to as a "collection of collections," Proverbs/Mishle relates to a pattern of life that we should strive to - providing us examples of Biblical wisdom and Biblical literature.  Proverbs/Mishle poses very specific questions - as well as instruction - on our values, morals, behavior, human life, right conduct, and more.  The book is poetic like it's predecessor & counterpart, Psalms.  Proverbs/Mishle is also instructional, inspirational and intentional; like 1st & 2nd Kings, Corinthians, Ephesians and many other Biblical books.  

Now the word Proverb, as defined by the Oxford Dictionary, is: 

pro·verb - /ˈprävərb/
noun - a short pithy saying in general use, stating a general truth or piece of advice.
  1. Similar:
    saying
    adage
    saw
    maxim
    axiom
    motto
    aphorism
    epigram
    gnome
    dictum
    precept
    words of wisdom
    catchphrase
    slogan
    byword
    watchword
    truism
    platitude
    cliché
    bon mot
    apothegm

"A general truth or piece of advice...." yes & Amen!  As we weaved through August, a few of you noted that we were steeped and spending time in the Book of Proverbs, and made mention of it.  We will continue to unpack the remaining chapters and verses in the Book of Proverbs - 2 ; 5 ; 6 ; 7 ; 9 ; 11 ; 13 ; 14 ; 18:1-13 ; 18:20-24 ; 19 ; 25 ; 26 ; 29 and 30 - until we have completed the entire book.

So far, we have had the pleasure of reflecting on the following chapters & verses:


And each chapter of Proverbs/Mishle has a theme, impartation or an opening verse that sets the tone:

  1. The Purpose of Proverbs · A Father’s Exhortation: Acquire Wisdom · Wisdom Shouts in the Streets
  2. The Benefits of Wisdom
  3. Trusting in the Lord
  4. A Father’s Wise Advice
  5. Avoid Immoral Women
  6. Lessons for Daily Life
  7. Another Warning about Immoral Women
  8. Wisdom Calls for a Hearing
  9. Folly Calls for a Hearing
  10. The Proverbs of Solomon
  11. The Lord detests the use of dishonest scales.......
  12. To learn, you must love discipline.......
  13. A wise child accepts a parent’s discipline; a mocker refuses to listen.......
  14. A wise woman builds her home, but a foolish woman tears it down with her.......
  15. A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers.......
  16. We can make our own plans, but the Lord.......
  17. Better a dry crust eaten in peace than a house filled with feasting.......
  18. Unfriendly people care only about themselves; they lash out.......
  19. Better to be poor and honest than to be dishonest and.......
  20. Wine produces mockers; alcohol leads to brawls. 
  21. The king’s heart is like a stream of water.......
  22. Sayings of the Wise
  23. While dining with a ruler, pay attention.......
  24. More Sayings of the Wise
  25. More Proverbs of Solomon
  26. Honor is no more associated with fools than snow with summer or rain.......
  27. Don’t brag about tomorrow, since you don’t know.......
  28. The wicked run away when no one is chasing them, but the godly are as bold as.......
  29. Whoever stubbornly refuses to accept criticism will suddenly be destroyed.......
  30. The Sayings of Agur
  31. The Sayings of King Lemuel · A Wife of Noble Character
And as mentioned, we will continue to unpack this highly favored and much beloved Book of the Bible with the remaining chapters & verses - Proverbs 2 ; 5 ; 6 ; 7 ; 9 ; 11 ; 13 ; 14 ;  18:1-13 ; 18:20-24 ; 19 ; 25 ; 26 ; 29 and 30.

So enjoy this amazing journey, as we continue on.... in the Book of Proverbs/Mishle!!

Praise God!
For He Is Worthy!

And all His Promises are,
Yes & Amen!


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