The Good Oil Daily Proverb
Wisdom has built her house; she has carved its seven columns.
Wisdom has built her house; she has carved its seven columns.
Listen as Wisdom calls out! Hear as understanding raises her voice!
He followed her at once, like an ox going to the slaughter
Their perverted hearts plot evil, and they constantly stir up trouble.
Then you will show discernment, and your lips will express what you’ve learned.
I will teach you wisdom’s ways and lead you in straight paths.
Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.
These men turn from the right way to walk down dark paths.
Such is the fate of all who are greedy for money; it robs them of life.
The eye that mocks a father and despises a mother’s instructions will be plucked out by ravens of the valley and eaten by vultures.
Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the Lord means safety.
Those who lead good people along an evil path will fall into their own trap, but the honest will inherit good things.
Be wise, my child, and make my heart glad. Then I will be able to answer my critics.
As a door swings back and forth on its hinges, so the lazy person turns over in bed.
Don’t excuse yourself by saying, “Look, we didn’t know.” For God understands all hearts, and he sees you. He who guards your soul knows you knew. He will repay all people as their actions deserve.
In the blink of an eye wealth disappears, for it will sprout wings and fly away like an eagle.