- Verse 1: “Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but whoever hates correction is stupid.”
Life Application: Embrace correction and learning; it’s a sign of wisdom. - Verse 4: “A wife of noble character is her husband’s crown, but a disgraceful wife is like decay in his bones.”
Life Application: The importance of choosing a virtuous partner for a harmonious life. - Verse 6: “The words of the wicked lie in wait for blood, but the speech of the upright rescues them.”
Life Application: Choose your words carefully; they can harm or help. - Verse 11: “Those who work their land will have abundant food, but those who chase fantasies have no sense.”
Life Application: Diligence and hard work lead to prosperity; avoid chasing empty dreams. - Verse 16: “Fools show their annoyance at once, but the prudent overlook an insult.”
Life Application: Practice patience and wisdom in responding to offense. - Verse 18: “The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.”
Life Application: Use your words to heal and build up, not to harm. - Verse 22: “The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in people who are trustworthy.”
Life Application: Honesty and integrity are pleasing to God and others. - Verse 25: “Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.”
Life Application: Offer kindness and encouragement to those who are anxious or troubled. - Verse 28: “In the way of righteousness there is life; along that path is immortality.”
Life Application: Choose the path of righteousness for a fulfilling and eternal life.
One Man’s Journey 