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Midweek Devotion: Proverbs 6:9–11

July 22, 2026 | Devotional

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 How long will you lie down, O sluggard? When will you arise from your sleep? “A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest.” Your poverty will come in like a vagabond and your need like an armed man. (Prov. 6:9–11) After warning his son about becoming entangled in another person’s financial obligations (Proverbs 6:1–5), Solomon turns to another danger that quietly destroys a person’s life: laziness. Rather than addressing ...

July 20, 2026 | Sermon Follow-up

Dear Saints, Yesterday we concluded our study of the dedication of Solomon’s Temple by considering 1 Kings 8:62–9:9. The dedication reached its conclusion as Solomon and all Israel offered an extraordinary number of sacrifices before the Lord, celebrating His covenant faithfulness with gladness and thanksgiving. For two weeks the nation rejoiced together, recognizing that the Temple stood not merely as a magnificent building, but as the place God had graciously chosen for His name to dwell among His people. ...

Midweek Devotion: Proverbs 5:1, 2

July 15, 2026 | Devotional

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 My son, give attention to my wisdom, incline your ear to my understanding; that you may observe discretion and your lips may reserve knowledge. (Prov. 5:1, 2) These verses introduce a chapter in which Solomon exhorts his son with an extended warning concerning sexual immorality and a corresponding commendation of marital faithfulness. Proverbs 5 continues one of the central themes of the opening chapters: wisdom must govern all of life. In chapter 4, Solomon urged ...

July 14, 2026 | Sermon Follow-up

Dear Saints, This week’s sermon from 1 Kings 8:54–61 reminds us that God’s faithfulness calls for a proper response from His people. Solomon concluded the dedication of the Temple by blessing the nation and urging them to walk obediently before the Lord. Summary of Practical Lessons and Encouragements. Prayer and personal responsibility belong together. While we should earnestly seek God’s help, we should also use the strength, wisdom, and opportunities He has already given us to pursue ...

Midweek Devotion: Proverbs 4:23

July 9, 2026 | Devotional

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 Watch over your heart with all diligence, for from it flow the springs of life. (Prov. 4:23) Proverbs 4 continues Solomon’s earnest instruction to his son concerning the pursuit of wisdom and the avoidance of wickedness. Throughout the chapter, Solomon contrasts two paths: the way of wisdom, which leads to life, and the way of the wicked, which leads to destruction. Having urged his son to acquire wisdom, cherish instruction, and avoid the path of evil, ...

July 6, 2026 | Sermon Follow-up

Dear Saints, This week's sermon from 1 Kings 8:22–53 reminds us that the dedication of the Temple pointed beyond a building to the gracious God who hears, forgives, and welcomes His people. The following summary highlights several lessons and encouragements drawn from our study of Solomon's prayer. Pastor Bordwine Summary of Practical Lessons and Encouragements. Solomon's prayer emphasizes that communion with God through prayer is one of the greatest privileges given to His people. Prayer should be a regular ...

Midweek Devotion: Proverbs 4

July 1, 2026 | Devotional

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 Proverbs 4:5 “Acquire wisdom! Acquire understanding! Do not forget nor turn away from the words of my mouth.” Proverbs 4 represents one of Solomon’s most personal appeals to his son. Unlike many of the shorter, independent proverbs later in the book, this chapter forms an extended fatherly exhortation. Solomon begins by recalling the instruction he himself received from his father David (vv. 1–4). Having benefited from godly instruction, Solomon now passes that same wisdom to ...

June 29, 2026 | Sermon Follow-up

Dear Saints, Here is a review of the application from yesterday’s sermon on Solomon’s display of wisdom (1 Kings 3:16–28). I’ve also included a daily devotional thought based on this material. Pastor Bordwine Summary of Practical Lessons and Encouragements. Our daily conduct shapes our reputation, and our reputation influences the way others view us and respond to us. As followers of Christ, we should strive to cultivate a reputation that honors God and reflects His transforming grace. A good ...

Midweek Devotion: Proverbs 3:27

June 25, 2026 | Devotional

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 Proverbs 3:27 “Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to do it.” This verse begins a new section of practical instruction running through the end of the chapter. Up to this point Solomon has focused largely on wisdom’s blessings, trust in the Lord, fear of God, and the benefits of walking in His ways. Beginning with verse 27, wisdom is applied to everyday relationships with ...

June 22, 2026 | Sermon Follow-up

Dear Saints, Here is a review of the application from yesterday's sermon on Solomon’s request of the Lord (1 Kings 3). I’ve also included once again a daily devotional thought based on this material. Pastor Bordwine Summary of Practical Lessons and Encouragements. God often comes to the aid of His people even when they are engaged in some kind of disobedience. Solomon received God's gracious visitation while in a place where he should not have been. Believers should never ...

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