proverbs

S3E212 – Proverbs 14-15: Shelter From the Storm

Transcript Podcast Introduction Today our reading is Proverbs 14-15. Afterwards, I’ll have some thoughts to share with you, and I’m calling today’s episode “Shelter From the Storm.” Design: Steve Webb | Photo: Dorin Vancea on Unsplash Comments on In the fear of the Lord one has strong confidence and his children have a refuge. Proverbs 14:26…

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S3E198 – Proverbs 11-12: A Truncated Episode

Transcript Podcast Introduction Our reading today is Proverbs 11-12. This is a short episode. No comments. Steve and Brax Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 11 GNT; Ch. 12 CEB Support Please remember that this is a listener supported show. Your support of any amount is needed and very much appreciated. Find out…

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S3E191 – Proverbs 10: Knowing When To Be Quiet

Transcript Podcast Introduction Today we’ll read Proverbs 10. Afterwards, I’ll have some thoughts to share with you. I’m calling today’s episode “Knowing When To Be Quiet.” Comments on Proverbs 10 There were a lot of topics in this chapter, weren’t there? Where to focus for today? How about this. One thought that comes up repeatedly for…

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S3E184 – Proverbs 8-9: I’m Not A Smart Man

Transcript Podcast Introduction Today we’ll read Proverbs 8-9, after which I have some comments on both chapters. I’m calling today’s episode “I’m Not A Smart Man.” Comments on Proverbs 8-9 Wisdom is again personified in this chapter as a woman. And here she calls out from the hilltops, at the crossroads, at the entrance to…

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S3E177 – Proverbs 7: It’ll Put Your Eye Out

Transcript Episode transcript here. Podcast Introduction Comments on Proverbs 7 I like what Solomon said in verse two of chapter seven: Be as careful to follow my teaching as you are to protect your eyes. I had a very scary experience with my eyesight a few years ago. The lovely lady LeeAnn and I had…

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S3E170 – Proverbs 5-6: No Longer A Slave

Transcript Podcast Introduction Since today is Thursday we’ll read  Proverbs 5-6.   and after the reading I’ll have some comments. I’m calling today’s episode “No Longer A Slave.” Just a heads up if you are listening to this with children. Solomon’s teaching on adultery is very closely tied to the concept of pornography, and I…

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S3E163 – Proverbs 4: It’s Worth It

Transcript Podcast Introduction Our reading today is Proverbs 4. I’m calling today’s episode “It’s Worth It.” Comments on Proverbs 4 The father is now teaching not just his son, but his children. This lesson is intended for all of his offspring. Would that every parent had this wisdom to impart these lessons to every one of…

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S3E149 – Proverbs 1: God’s Wisdom

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 1 ERV Podcast Introduction It’s Poetry Thursday, and well begin the book of Proverbs with chapter 1. I’m calling this episode “God’s Wisdom.” Comments on Proverbs 1 The book of Proverbs was written by King David’s son, Solomon. Solomon is commonly thought of as…

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S2E292-Proverbs 31: A Wise Mother

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 31 NLV Executive Producer John Train Podcast Introduction It’s Poetry Thursday, and we’ll read Proverbs 31 I’m calling this episode “A Wise Mother.“ Summary In Proverbs 31, a wise mother advises her son, King Lemuel, on crucial life principles. She stresses the importance of…

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S2E285-Proverbs 29-30: How to Find Peace in a World Without Vision

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 29-30 NLV Podcast Introduction It’s Poetry Thursday, and we’ll read Proverbs 29-30. I’m calling this episode “How to Find Peace in a World Without Vision.” Summary Proverbs 29:18 warns that without understanding God’s Word, people become unrestrained. We see this in the lack of…

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