Psalms 119:133 Order my steps in Your Word; and do not let any iniquity rule over me.
Bible Reading for May 2 (ONPP)
II Samuel 17 – 20, Proverbs 18
II Samuel 18:31 – The term “kill the messenger” does not apply here either because the messenger was not killed even though the news was just as bad as when David learned Saul had died.
II Samuel 19:18 – Shimei has found out that he has put his foot into his mouth and must beg forgiveness.
II Samuel 19:26 – It looks as if the sin of Ziba has come to light and Mephibosheth is evidence of the deception.
Proverbs 18:1 – Separating one’s self is a prideful thing, one separates because he thinks of himself as better and the other separates himself because he is afraid of failure and verbal belittling. Both are narcissistic in their own way and need to learn how to love others as God does.
Proverbs 18:15 – If you have made it to this verse this year then you have been wise and prudent. This does not apply if you just started here.
Proverbs 18:18 – Casting lots is a way of settling disagreements. We do it in government by votes. There are some however that are so wicked that they will ignore the result and try to overturn or bypass the decision.
Proverbs 18:22 – Yes, tis true.
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