January 24

Connection

Proverbs 3:3 Do not let truth and mercy leave you.

As you read the following verses from Proverbs 3:3-10 take time to let it slowly speak to you. Consider the connection between the challenge and the blessing.

Do not let truth and mercy leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on your heart. Then you will have favor and good understanding, with God and people.

(truth and mercy = favor and good understanding)

Trust in the Lord with all your heart. Do not rely on your own understanding.
Do not be wise in your own estimation; fear the Lord and turn away from evil.
This will heal your body and refresh your inner self.

(humility and trusting God = healing your body and refreshing your soul)

Honor the Lord from your wealth and from the first fruits of your harvests;
then your barns will be filled completely, and your vats will overflow with new wine.

(prayer: Teach me to honor You with the blessings you have given me. Reward my giving with abundance so I can honor You even more with the blessings You give.)