APRIL 21 - Wise Words & Real Love
3-Year-Bible Reading: Proverbs 14:24-25; Psalm 45; Romans 5
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“The crown of the wise is their wealth, but the folly of fools brings folly. A truthful witness saves lives, but one who breathes out lies is deceitful.” — Proverbs 14:24–25
“You are the most handsome of the sons of men; grace is poured upon your lips; therefore God has blessed you forever.” — Psalm 45:2
“But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” — Romans 5:8
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Life throws a lot of mixed messages at you—be smart, look good, get rich, be cool. But when you pause to look at what God values, it’s something deeper. In Proverbs 14:24–25, we see that wisdom and truth have lasting worth.
Psalm 45 gives us a poetic image of a royal groom—ultimately pointing to Jesus—whose words overflow with grace. And in Romans 5, we read the most mind-blowing truth of all: God loved us at our worst. Not when we had it all together, but when we were still lost, broken, and sinful. That’s when Jesus showed up to save us.
The world may try to crown you based on looks, talent, or followers—but God crowns wisdom. He sees truth, grace, and sacrificial love as real greatness. That’s the kind of life Jesus modeled, and it’s what He invites us into.
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THINK ABOUT IT
1. Real Wealth: Are you chasing the world’s version of success or growing in wisdom that lasts? What kind of "crown" are you building?
2. Speak Life: Proverbs says a truthful witness saves lives. Do your words reflect truth and kindness, or are they careless and reactive?
3. Undeserved Love: Jesus loved you when you didn’t deserve it. How does that change the way you view yourself—and others?
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BOTTOM LINE
True greatness isn’t about having it all together. It’s about receiving God’s love and living it out with wisdom, grace, and truth.
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PRAYER
Heavenly Father, thank You for loving me even when I fall short. Help me to grow in wisdom, speak truth, and reflect the grace of Jesus in my daily life. Show me how to love like You love—without conditions. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
