The Daily Bible Verse

Proverbs 24:21-22 – Fear the LORD and the king, my son, and do not join with rebellious officials, for those two will send sudden destruction on them, and who knows what calamities they can bring?

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Fear the LORD and the king, my son, and do not join with rebellious officials, for those two will send sudden destruction on them, and who knows what calamities they can bring?
– Proverbs 24:21-22 (NIV)

Today’s commentary
by Dave Whitehead, Senior Pastor, GraceNYC.org

This proverb tells us to be careful with those who are in power. To frustrate a strong leader will only cause problems for those under them. This is not telling us to cower before leaders, for notice the first part: fear the Lord. When God is the ultimate authority in our life, He can give us the wisdom to know which conflicts to address with those in authority and which ones to let slide by, for we can win the battle but lose the war.

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Hebrews 5:12 – In fact, though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you the elementary truths of God’s word all over again. You need milk, not solid food!

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In fact, though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you the elementary truths of God’s word all over again. You need milk, not solid food!
– Hebrews 5:12 (NIV)

Today’s commentary
by Dave Whitehead, Senior Pastor, GraceNYC.org

The writer of Hebrews is concerned that his readers are still dealing with external practices instead of being aware of their righteousness in Christ. There is a big difference between doing things to get God’s attention and knowing that we already have God’s attention in Christ. The former perspective becomes obsessed with managing behavior; the latter is more concerned with the opportunities that lie ahead as we walk in God’s favor.

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1 Peter 4:8 – Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.

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Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.
– 1 Peter 4:8 (NIV)

Today’s commentary
by Dave Whitehead, Senior Pastor, GraceNYC.org

In the midst of a call to holiness, Peter gives us a vital key toward living for God. Loving deeply is able to connect the truth of God’s word with our inconsistencies in living a godly life. Without truth, love can enable destructive behaviors. Without love, truth can become a weapon that is even more devastating. When we cover each other as we are exposed, we find a place of healing and restoration.

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