Bible Verses from Proverbs
Proverbs 18:10 (KJV)
“The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.”
Proverbs 18:10 reminds us that the name of the Lord is like a strong tower where we can find safety and strength. In ancient times, a strong tower provided protection from danger. By using this picture, the Bible teaches us to turn to God when we feel vulnerable, afraid, or uncertain about what lies ahead. Life does not always go according to our plans. Unexpected problems, difficult…
Proverbs 16:3 (NIV)
“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”
Proverbs 16:3 reminds us that we do not have to carry the responsibility of our future entirely on our own. We can bring our plans, dreams, decisions, and daily work before God and trust Him with the outcome. It is natural to make plans for your life. You may have goals you are working toward, decisions you need to make, or dreams you hope will become reality. But sometimes our plans can become a…
Proverbs 3:5–6 (NIV)
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us that trusting God means placing our whole heart in His hands, even when we cannot understand everything happening around us. There are seasons when you may feel uncertain about which direction to take. You may be making an important decision, waiting for an answer, or wondering why your plans are not working out the way you expected. In those moments, it is easy to…
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