As we focus on meeting the needs of others and making them happy, we become conduits of God’s love to those people. And as we pour out, God pours into us.

“Sometimes you can become rich by being generous or poor by being greedy. Generosity will be rewarded”. (Proverbs 11:24-25)

When you fall short, ask God to help you keep trying.

“A righteous man may fall seven times and rise again.” (Proverbs 24:16)

God does have a plan for each of us. Not only that, but He wants to let us in on that plan and work with us to bring it to pass.

“In all your ways acknowledge the Lord, and He will direct your paths.” (Proverbs 3:6)

It can often take effort to be kind. It doesn't come naturally to us, the way it does to God, but the rewards are real.

“Your kindness will reward you.” (Proverbs 11:17)

God is our best defense against fear—and against the things we fear.

“The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.” (Proverbs 18:10)

Manage your possessions wisely. God expects us to take good care of what He’s entrusted us with.

“A faithful person will be richly blessed.” (Proverbs 28:20)

Be honest. Bending the rules doesn't pay in the long run.

"Honesty guides good people; dishonesty destroys treacherous people" (Proverbs 11:3)

God loves you. His love is unchanging, unfailing, and unending. No matter what happens, no matter how bleak the outlook, no matter how difficult the battle, He loves you.

"There is a friend who sticks closer than a brother." (Proverbs 18:24)

A gentle spirit is one of the keys to success with people. It can make all the difference in how open others are to our opinions and ideas.

"A gentle answer turns away wrath." (Proverbs 15:1)

Real contentment must come from within. You and I cannot change or control the world around us, but we can change and control the world within us.

"A cheerful heart makes a happy face." (Proverbs 15:13)

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