Category Archives: Write the Word

“As for me, far be it from me that I should sin against the LORD by failing to pray for you…” I Samuel 12:23 According to Samuel, prayerlessness is indeed a sin. This verse is part of Samuel’s farewell address … Continue reading →

As iron sharpens iron,so one person sharpens another.Proverbs 27:17 The expression “peer pressure” certainly carries a negative connotation. Secular and non-secular studies alike have confirmed the impact (particularly during adolescence) of peers. Teenagers, when influenced by their friends, are far … Continue reading →

In the course of one day – even one hour – our words can encourage and inspire … or they can discourage and destroy.   You and I can easily recall a scene from our childhood, teenage years, or even last … Continue reading →

When looking over verses from our Write the WORD bookmark, it’s often challenging to choose just one to unpack for the Sunday Soaking devotional. Instead, I’ve opted today to highlight three passages from our “Parenting By The Book” theme, and … Continue reading →

“Above all else, guard your heart,for it is the wellspring of life.”Proverbs 4:23 What is it about children that has them always longing to be older—wanting more privileges and opportunities? Every mother has heard questions like:  When can I watch … Continue reading →

Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting;but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised.Proverbs 31:30 A woman who fears the Lord is a woman who is reverent, holy, and knows she exists to bring glory to the … Continue reading →

“He who gets wisdom loves his own soul, he who cherishes understanding prospers.” Proverbs 19:8 The writer of this Proverb was keenly aware of human nature: we tend to love our own soul and we desire prosperity. Appealing to that … Continue reading →

Fools show their annoyance at once,but the prudent overlook an insult.Proverbs 12:16 This Proverb is an example of antithetical parallelism. That’s just a fancy way of saying the first line is the opposite of the second. And for the follower … Continue reading →

“Lay hold of my words with all your heart;keep my commands and you will live….Hold on to instruction, do not let it go;guard it well, for it is your life.”Proverbs 4:4, 13 Have you ever been in a situation where … Continue reading →

The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel: for attaining wisdom and discipline… Proverbs 1:1-2a King Solomon, writing in Proverbs, introduces himself in chapter one, verse one and immediately provides his purpose in writing: He wants to help … Continue reading →