proverbs

Proverbs 26-27: The Refining Fire of Friendship

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 26-27 NIV Podcast Introduction It’s Poetry Thursday, and we’ll Proverbs 26-27. I’m calling this episode “The Refining Fire of Friendship.“ Summary When I used to listen to political talk radio and watch TV talk shows, I grew tired of the constant arguments and the lack…

Read More

Proverbs 25: Love Your Enemies?

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 25 NIV Associate Producer Timothy La Fontaine Podcast Introduction It’s  Poetry Thursday, and we’ll read Proverbs 25. I’m calling this episode “Love Your Enemies?“ Summary Proverbs 25, along with the following chapters, contains a collection of proverbs attributed to King Solomon. These proverbs were…

Read More

Proverbs 20-21: Is the Bible Sexist?

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 20 NASB, Ch. 21 GWT Podcast Introduction Today is Poetry Thursday. We’ll read Proverbs 20-21. I’m calling this episode “Is the Bible Sexist?” Summary Proverbs 20 has some wise sayings that speak for themselves. One verse, number 14, reminds me of my wife’s job…

Read More

Proverbs 19: Foolishness, Lies, and the Need for God

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 19 ERV Podcast Introduction Today is Poetry Thursday, and we’ll read Proverbs 19. I’m calling this episode “Foolishness, Lies, and the Need for God.” Summary It is better to be poor and honest than to be a liar and a fool, especially when considering…

Read More

Proverbs 17-18: Gratitude in Trials – God’s Goodness in All Things

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 17 HCSB; Ch. 18 ERV Podcast Introduction Today is Poetry Thursday, and we’ll read Proverbs 17-18. I’m calling this episode “Gratitude in Trials – God’s Goodness in All Things.” Summary of Proverbs 17 In Proverbs 17, one verse compares the process of purifying silver…

Read More

Proverbs 16: Learning To Be Wise

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 16 HCSB Podcast Introduction Today is Poetry Thursday. We’ll read Proverbs 16! I’m calling this episode “Learning To Be Wise.” Comments on Proverbs 19 Host Steve Webb reflects on getting older and finding comfort in Proverbs 16:31, which describes gray hair as a glorious…

Read More

Proverbs 11-12: The Way That Leads To Life

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 11 GNT, Ch. 12 CEB Executive Producer John Train Podcast Introduction Today is Poetry Thursday. We’ll read Proverbs 11-12. I’m calling this episode “The Way That Leads To Life.” Comments on Proverbs 12 Let’s spend a few moments on some of these verses, shall…

Read More

Proverbs 8-9: Find An Eager Listener

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 8-9 GNT Associate Producer Brother Paul of Seattle Podcast Introduction It’s Poetry Thursday, and our reading will be Proverbs 8-9. We’ll talk about Maundy Thursday, and I’m calling this episode “Find An Eager Listener.” Comments on Proverbs 8 and 9 Wisdom is again personified…

Read More

Proverbs 5-6: You Can Be Free

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 5-6 NASB Associate Producer Jørn Rune Reinertsen Podcast Introduction It’s Poetry Thursday, and we’ll read Proverbs chapters 5-6 I’m calling this episode “You Can Be Free.” Comments on Comments on Proverbs 5 Solomon’s teaching on adultery in chapter 5 is especially timely in today’s…

Read More

Proverbs 4: Go For It

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 4 NASB Podcast Introduction It’s Poetry Thursday, and we’ll read Proverbs 4. I’m calling this episode “Go For 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….

Read More