Our Best Life: A Study in Proverbs

Let her share in the results of her work; let her deeds praise her in the city gates. September 10 There is no daily reading today. Read by Becca Bibee. Written by Becca Bibee.

Let her share in the results of her work; let her deeds praise her in the city gates. September 9 Daily Reading: Proverbs 31. Read by Becca Bibee. Written by Becca Bibee.

Who has gathered the wind by the handful? Who has bound up the waters in a garment? Who has established all the ends of the earth? September 8 Daily Reading: Proverbs 30. Read by Carmen Childers. Written by Becca Bibee.

When there's no vision, the people get out of control, but whoever obeys instruction is happy. September 7 Daily Reading: Proverbs 29, Ezra 3:10-13. Read by Lane Ingram. Written by Becca Bibee.

Those who give to the poor will lack nothing, but those who turn a blind eye will be greatly cursed. September 6 Daily Reading: Proverbs 28, Mark 10:17-22. Read by Steve Mitchell. Written by Becca Bibee.

Know your flock well; pay attention to your herds, for no treasure lasts forever, nor a crown generation after generation. September 5 Daily Reading: Proverbs 27, Luke 17: 20-21. Read by Mary Beth Buchanan. Written by Becca Bibee.

Like a crazy person shooting deadly flaming arrows are those who deceive their neighbor and say, “Hey, I was only joking!” September 4 Daily Reading: Proverbs 26, John 8:1-11. Read by Allison Weissinger. Written by Becca Bibee.

Good news from a distant land is like cold water for a weary person. A righteous person giving in to the wicked is like a contaminated spring or a polluted fountain. September 3 Daily Reading: Proverbs 25, Luke 15:8-10. Read by Becca Bibee. Written by Becca Bibee.

If you say, “Look, we didn't know about it,” the one who weighs hearts—doesn't he understand? The one who protects your life—he knows. He makes people pay for their actions. September 2 Daily Reading: Proverbs 24, Matthew 25:31-46. Read by Larry Lowe. Written by Becca Bibee.

Don't look at wine when it is red, when it sparkles in the cup, going down smoothly. In the end, it bites like a snake and poisons like a viper. September 1 Daily Reading: Proverbs 23, Matthew 11:18-19. Read by Amanda Lowe. Written by Becca Bibee.

So that your trust will be in the Lord, I'm teaching you today—yes, you. August 31 Daily Reading: Proverbs 22, Psalm 19:9-14. Read by Pastor Carrie Jones. Written by Becca Bibee.

Acting justly is a joy to the righteous, but dreaded by those who do evil. August 30 Daily Reading: Proverbs 21, Genesis 3:1-13. Read by Ashley Clark. Written by Becca Bibee.

It is a snare to say rashly, “It is holy,” and only reflect after making the promise. August 29 Daily Reading: Proverbs 20, Genesis 50:20. Read by Steve Bibee. Written by Becca Bibee.

Riches increase one's friends, but the poor lose their friends. August 28 Daily Reading: Proverbs 19, Job 27:1-6. Read by Becca Bibee. Written by Becca Bibee.

The Lord's name is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and find refuge. August 27 Daily Reading: Proverbs 18, Romans 2:25-29. Read by Shane Kennedy. Written by Becca Bibee.

A crucible is for silver and a furnace for gold, but the Lord tests the heart. August 26 Daily Reading: Proverbs 17, Psalm 51:10-13. Read Dee Ann Henderson. Written by Becca Bibee.

Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is found on the path of righteousness. August 25 Daily Reading: Proverbs 16. Read by Becca Bibee. Written by Becca Bibee.

Bright eyes give joy to the heart; good news strengthens the bones. August 24 Daily Reading: Proverbs 15, James 4:1-2 Read by Peyton Grochowski. Written by Becca Bibee.

When there are no oxen, the stall is clean, but when there is a strong bull, there is abundant produce. August 23 Daily Reading: Proverbs 14, Hebrews 12:1-3. Read by Josh Lowe. Written by Becca Bibee.

Those who withhold the rod hate their children, but the one who loves them applies discipline. August 22 Daily Reading: Proverbs 13, Ephesians 4:26-27 Read by Colin Greer. Written by Becca Bibee.

Anxiety leads to depression, but a good word encourages. August 21 Daily Reading: Proverbs 12, 1 Corinthians 10:13. Read by Becca Bibee. Written by Becca Bibee.

When pride comes, so does shame, but wisdom brings humility. August 20 Daily Reading: Proverbs 11, Mark 8:34-36. Read by Patrick Westbrook. Written by Becca Bibee.

The expectations of the righteous result in joy, but the hopes of the wicked will perish. August 19 Daily Reading: Proverbs 10, Galatians 5:22-23. Read by Brian Westbrook. Written by Becca Bibee.

Whoever instructs the cynic gets insulted; whoever corrects the wicked gets hurt. Don't correct the impudent, or they will hate you; correct the wise, and they will love you. August 18 Daily Reading: Proverbs 9, Matthew 7:24-27. Read by Becca Bibee. Written by Becca Bibee.

I, Wisdom, dwell with prudence; I have found knowledge and discretion. To fear the Lord is to hate evil. August 17 Daily Reading: Proverbs 8, Job 38:12-18. Read by Kara Westbrook. Written by Becca Bibee.

My son, keep my words; store up my commands within you. Keep my commands and live, and my instruction like the pupil of your eye. Bind them on your fingers; write them on the tablet of your heart. August 16 Daily Reading: Proverbs 7, Jeremiah 31:31-33. Read by Tyler Edmondson. Written by Becca Bibee.

Go to the ant, you lazy person; observe its ways and grow wise. The ant has no commander, officer, or ruler. Even so, it gets its food in summer; gathers its provisions at harvest. August 15 Daily Reading: Proverbs 6, Matthew 10:16. Read by Will Temple. Written by Becca Bibee.

The Lord's eyes watch over every person's path, observing all their ways. The wicked will be caught by their own evil acts, grabbed by the ropes of their own sin. Those without instruction will die, misled by their own stupidity. August 14 Daily Reading: Proverbs 5, Romans 6:20-23. Read by Gage Stepien. Written by Becca Bibee.

The beginning of wisdom: Get wisdom! Get understanding before anything else. Highly esteem her, and she will exalt you. She will honor you if you embrace her. She will place a graceful wreath on your head; she will give you a glorious crown.” August 13 Daily Reading: Proverbs 4, Ecclesiastes 11:5. Read by Emily Sanders. Written by Becca Bibee.

Don't envy violent people or choose any of their ways. August 12 Daily Reading: Proverbs 3, Psalm 23:1-6. Read by Becca Bibee. Written by Becca Bibee.

The Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding. He reserves ability for those with integrity. He is a shield for those who live a blameless life. He protects the paths of justice and guards the way of those who are loyal to him. August 11 Daily Reading: Proverbs Chapter 2, Luke 6:43-45. Read by Ellie Dunham. Written by Becca Bibee.

Wisdom begins with the fear of the Lord, but fools despise wisdom and instruction. August 10 Daily Readings: Proverbs Chapter 1, 1 Kings 3:1-15. Read by Marty Bibee. Written by Becca Bibee.

Welcome to Our Best Life: A Study in Proverbs. Beginning August 9, these brief daily devotions show us how to live our best life thru 31 Proverbs in 31 days. This is the best advice God gave us! And there's a different voice every day. You can receive daily emails, too! Sign up here. Written by Becca Bibee.