Daily DEVOTIONAL

Proverbs 18: Judicious Words!

September 1, 2026

Isaiah 1-2, Proverbs 18, Luke 20:27-40, Hebrews 1:1-9  Proverbs 18:  “Whoever isolates himself seeks his own desire; he breaks out against all sound judgment” (18:1). Friendliness is much prized by many people and for good reason. For behind a belligerent unfriendliness is often a selfish goal, and that leads to quarrelling. How to be friendly? Pursue not selfish…

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