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 Proverbs Chapter 27 Distributed by: KJV Bible Studies Website: http://www.kjvbiblestudies.net Email: [email protected] Introduction: This content began in chapter 25 and continues here with warnings and advice for the wise. Whereas the previous chapter dealt primarily with the folly of fools, the focus now shifts back more to wisdom and advice to God’s People. I. Boast Not Thyself of Tomorrow Pro 27:1 Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth. Pro 27:2 Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth; a stranger, and not thine own lips. The warning of God is to not brag about what we will do tomorrow. We have no guarantee of tomorrow. God has promised us today. There is no assurance of tomorrow and no amount of wealth or health can change that. Things change—and they can change quickly. Wise is the man which does as he ought to do today. God never changes. It is wise to remain close to Him. Fools procrastinate. The wise do today as they ought to. Remember, we have no assurance of what will take place tomorrow. Today is the day of salvation. The advice in verse 2 is apparent. The world says to ‘blow’ your own horn. God says to be discreet and modest of spirit. Let someone else brag on you, not yourself. Fools brag on themselves. The wise keep their mouths shut. Far better for someone you do not know to praise you than to do it yourself. Remember who strengthens you. (Philippians 4:13). God is worthy of all of the praise. For all good things come from God. Any praise you receive should be redirected toward God. Continue Reading in PDF: 
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