BASIC SCRIPTURE: PROVERBS 6:1 – 11
BASIC SCRIPTURE: PROVERBS 6:1 – 11
Proverbs 6:1-11 (KJV): “1 My son, if thou be surety for thy friend, if thou hast stricken thy hand with a stranger, 2 Thou art snared with the words of thy mouth, thou art taken with the words of thy mouth. 3 Do this now, my son, and deliver thyself, when thou art come into the hand of thy friend; go, humble thyself, and make sure thy friend. 4 Give not sleep to thine eyes, nor slumber to thine eyelids. 5 Deliver thyself as a roe from the hand of the hunter, and as a bird from the hand of the fowler. 6 Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise: 7 Which having no guide, overseer, or ruler, 8 Provideth her meat in the summer, and gathereth her food in the harvest. 9 How long wilt thou sleep, O sluggard? when wilt thou arise out of thy sleep? 10 Yet a little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep: 11 So shall thy poverty come as one that travelleth, and thy want as an armed man.”
FINISH READING: ODM MANNA FOR TODAY May 18TH 2024 LEARN FROM THE ANTS – 2
Declarations for the Day:
- Today, I declare that I will be wise in my dealings with others, avoiding unnecessary entanglements and obligations that could lead to harm.
- I declare that I will not allow the words of my mouth to ensnare me, but I will speak with wisdom and discernment in all situations.
- I declare that I will take responsibility for my actions and decisions, humbling myself when necessary and seeking to make things right with others.
- I declare that I will not be lazy or idle, but I will work diligently and responsibly, following the example of the ant and providing for my needs.
- I declare that I will not succumb to the temptation of laziness or procrastination, but I will arise and seize the opportunities that God has placed before me.
- Today, I declare that I will walk in wisdom and diligence, avoiding the path of poverty and want, and embracing the abundant life that God has promised.
Encouragement:
As you navigate through life, remember the wisdom found in Proverbs 6:1-11. Be cautious in your commitments and avoid unnecessary entanglements that could lead to harm. Guard your words and actions, and be quick to humble yourself and make things right when needed. Be diligent in your work, following the example of the ant, and avoid the trap of laziness and procrastination. Rise up and seize the opportunities before you, knowing that God has called you to a life of purpose and abundance. Walk in wisdom and diligence, and trust in the Lord to guide and provide for you every step of the way.
