Proverbs Chapter 16 (NLT)

Scripture Reading (0:00–3:22):

A full reading of Proverbs chapter 16 from the New Living Translation.

Reflection Questions (3:23–6:13):

Key Scripture 1 — Proverbs 16:20

“Those who listen to instruction will prosper; those who trust the Lord will be joyful.”

Question: God, how can I today listen to instruction, and how can I learn to trust you more so that way I can grow in joy?

Key Scripture 2 — Proverbs 16:32

“Better to be patient than powerful; better to have self-control than to conquer a city.”

Question: God, considering my hopes, my dreams, my desires, and the things I want out of life, how can I learn to become a person of patience so that even now, in this season, I can demonstrate your love and wisdom?

Prayer (6:14–7:56):

Originally written by St. Ambrose of Milan:

“O Lord, who has mercy upon all, take away from me my sins and mercifully kindle in me the fire of your Holy Spirit. Take away from me the heart of stone and give me a heart of flesh, a heart to love and adore you, a heart to delight in you, to follow you and enjoy you for Christ’s sake. Amen.”

Outro (7:57–8:26):

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