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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Proverbs Chapter 15 (NLT)

Scripture Reading (0:00–3:56):

A full reading of Proverbs chapter 15 from the New Living Translation.

Reflection Questions (3:57–6:27):

Key Scripture 1 — Proverbs 15:1

“A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare.”

Question: God, especially in times of frustration, how can I learn to speak with gentleness so that way, even in my anger, I can demonstrate your love?

Key Scripture 2 — Proverbs 15:22

“Plans go wrong for lack of advice; many advisers bring success.”

Question: God, now that we’ve crossed the midway point of February, what do I have coming up in my life that I need to seek advice for so that way I can be successful?

Prayer (6:28–7:59):

From the Book of Common Prayer — A Collect for the Peace of the World:

“Almighty God, from whom all thoughts of truth and peace proceed: Kindle, we pray, in the hearts of all people the true love of peace; and guide with your pure and peaceable wisdom those who take counsel for the nations of the earth; that in tranquility your kingdom may go forward till the earth is filled with the knowledge of your love; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.”

Outro (8:00–8:24):

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Proverbs Chapter 14 (NLT)

Scripture Reading (0:00–4:00):

A full reading of Proverbs chapter 14 from the New Living Translation.

Reflection Questions (4:01–6:39):

Key Scripture 1 — Proverbs 14:8

“The prudent understand where they are going, but fools deceive themselves.”

Question: God, considering my habits, routines, and lifestyle, where will I be one year from now? Is this the direction you want me to be heading in?

Key Scripture 2 — Proverbs 14:16

“The wise are cautious and avoid danger; fools plunge ahead with reckless confidence.”

Question: God, how can I learn to have a confident sense of caution, so that way I don’t live recklessly and end up in dangerous or compromising positions?

Prayer (6:40–8:26):

From the Book of Common Prayer — A Collect for Grace:

“O Lord, our Heavenly Father, Almighty and everlasting God, you have brought us safely to the beginning of this day. Defend us by your mighty power that we may not fall into sin nor run into any danger; and that, guided by your Spirit, we may do what is righteous in your sight; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.”

Outro (8:27–8:54):

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Proverbs Chapter 13 (NLT)

Scripture Reading (0:00–3:20):

A full reading of Proverbs chapter 13 from the New Living Translation.

Reflection Questions (3:21–5:33):

Key Scripture 1 — Proverbs 13:16

“Wise people think before they act; fools don’t—and even brag about their foolishness.”

Question: God, how can I learn to think more before I act so that way I can model your wisdom in all the things I do?

Key Scripture 2 — Proverbs 13:20

“Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble.”

Question: God, how can I learn to surround myself with people who know you, love you, and fear you so that way I may continue to grow in wisdom?

Prayer (5:34–7:08):

From the Book of Common Prayer — A Collect for Peace:

“O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom. Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.”

Outro (7:09–7:38):

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Proverbs Chapter 12 (NLT)

Scripture Reading (0:00–3:15)

A full reading of Proverbs Chapter 12 from the New Living Translation.

Reflection Questions (3:16–5:29)

Key Scripture 1 — Proverbs 12:15

“Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to others.”

Question: God, in what areas of my life do I need to learn to listen to others, so that way I may reflect your wisdom?

Key Scripture 2 — Proverbs 12:25

“Worry weighs a person down; an encouraging word cheers a person up.”

Question: God, how can I be a person of encouragement, so that way I don’t weigh others down with worries?

Prayer (5:30–6:54)

From the Book of Common Prayer — A Collect for Trustfulness in Times of Worry and Anxiety:

“Most loving Father, you will us to give thanks for all things, to dread nothing but the loss of you, and to cast all our care on the one who cares for us. Preserve us from faithless fears and worldly anxieties, and grant that no clouds of this mortal life may hide from us the light of that love which is immortal, and which you have manifested unto us in your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.”

Outro (6:55–7:24)

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Scripture Reading (0:00–3:42):

Proverbs Chapter 11 (NLT)

Key Scriptures & Reflection Questions (3:43–6:13):

Proverbs 11:11 — “Upright citizens are good for the city and make it prosper, but the talk of the wicked tears it apart.”

Reflection Question: God, how can I live in a way that is good for my city and helps my community flourish?

Proverbs 11:25 — “The generous will prosper; those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed.”

Reflection Question: God, how can I live in Your generosity so that I may refresh others and share Your love?

Prayer (6:14–7:31):

O God, without whose beauty and goodness our souls are unfed, without whose truth our reason withers, consecrate our lives to Your will, giving us such purity of heart, such depth of faith, and such steadfastness of purpose, that in time we may come to think Your own thoughts after You; through Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen.

Collect for holy thought, from the Book of Common Prayer.

Outro (7:32–8:01):

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Scripture Reading (0:00–3:49):

Proverbs Chapter 10 (NLT)

Key Scriptures & Reflection Questions (3:50–6:06):

Proverbs 10:17 — “People who accept discipline are on the pathway to life, but those who ignore correction will go astray.”

Reflection Question: God, how can I learn to accept criticism and correction thoughtfully, so that I may reflect Your love and humility?

Proverbs 10:18 — “Hiding hatred makes you a liar; slandering others makes you a fool.”

Reflection Question: God, how can I be honest with You about the negative emotions I feel, so that I can give them over to You and be less inclined to lash out?

Prayer (6:07–7:18):

Give me, O Lord, a steadfast heart which no unworthy thought can drag down, an unconquered heart which no tribulation can wear out, an upright heart which no unworthy purpose can tempt aside. Bestow upon me understanding to know You, diligence to seek You, wisdom to find You, and faithfulness that may finally embrace You. Amen.

Prayer for a virtuous heart by Thomas Aquinas, drawn from the Book of Common Prayer.

Outro (7:19–7:50):

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Scripture Reading (0:00–2:04):

Proverbs Chapter 9 (NLT)

Key Scriptures & Reflection Questions (2:05–3:56):

Proverbs 9:10 — “Fear of the Lord is the foundation of wisdom. Knowledge of the Holy One results in good judgment.”

Reflection Question: God, what does it mean to fear You, and what does it look like in my life to truly know You?

Proverbs 9:1–3; 13–14 — “Wisdom has built her house… She has sent her servants to invite everyone to come… The woman named Folly is brash… she sits in the doorway of her house, calling out to those who pass by.”

Reflection Question: God, how can I learn to discern when it is You who are speaking to me, so that I may walk with wisdom and not folly?

Prayer (3:57–5:04):

Almighty God, You alone gave us the breath of life, and You alone can keep us alive in the holy desires You impart. We beseech You for Your compassion’s sake to sanctify all our thoughts and endeavors, that we may neither begin an action without a pure intention, nor continue it without Your blessing. Grant that, having the eyes of our mind enlightened to behold the things invisible and unseen, we may in heart be inspired by Your wisdom and our work upheld by Your strength, and in the end be accepted as Your faithful servants; through Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen.

Morning prayer from the ⁠Book of Common Prayer⁠

Outro (5:05–5:35):

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Scripture Reading (0:00–3:32):

Proverbs Chapter 8 (NLT)

Key Scriptures & Reflection Questions (3:33–5:49):

Proverbs 8:10–11 — “Choose my instruction rather than silver, and knowledge rather than pure gold. For wisdom is far more valuable than rubies; nothing you desire can compare with it.”

Reflection Question: God, how can I better invest my time or my resources so that I may continue to grow in wisdom?

Proverbs 8:34 — “Joyful are those who listen to me, watching for me daily at my gates, waiting for me outside my home.”

Reflection Question: God, how can I listen, watch, or wait for You more attentively so that I may continue to grow in joy?

Prayer (5:50–6:51):

A Prayer for Joy in God’s Creation from the ⁠Book of Common Prayer⁠:

O heavenly Father, you have filled the world with beauty: Open our eyes to behold your gracious hand in all your works; that, rejoicing in your whole creation, we may learn to serve you with gladness; for the sake of him through whom all things were made, your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 

Outro (6:52–7:20):

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Scripture Reading (0:00–2:18):

Proverbs Chapter 7

Key Scriptures & Reflection Questions (2:19–3:47):

Proverbs 7:4 — “Love wisdom like a sister; make insight a beloved member of your family.”

Reflection Question: What does it mean to love wisdom, and how can I, in loving You, God, grow to make better decisions?

Proverbs 7:22–23 — “He followed her at once, like an ox going to the slaughter… awaiting the arrow that would pierce his heart.”

Reflection Question: God, how can I learn to honor You with my desires and relationships in a way that leads to life and not harm?

Prayer (3:48–4:53):

Our God in whom we trust, strengthen us not to regard over much who is for us and who is against us, but to see to it that we be with You in everything we do. Amen.

Prayer to Please God Rather than Men, from the ⁠Book of Common Prayer⁠

Outro (4:54–5:29):

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