Day 20 · January · Proverbs 20:15
Today's verse
“Having lots of money is good, but having a smart mouth that says good things is way more valuable.”
Proverbs 20:15 · NIV
The Story
Imagine you find a chest full of gold coins! Wow! But imagine you're lost in a dark forest. Does the gold help you get out of there? No. Gold is heavy and doesn't talk. At that moment, what's worth more: the gold or a Map and someone smart to teach you the way? The Map!
The Bible says "speaking with knowledge" (knowing the right things, knowing how to pray, knowing how to say sorry) is the most precious jewel there is. Money gets spent and runs out. What we learn and say stays forever!
Today's Challenge
Today, let's say a "Precious Word." Go up to Mom or Grandpa and say something s
Today, let's say a "Precious Word." Go up to Mom or Grandpa and say something smart and loving, like: "Thank you for taking care of me," or tell them something cool you learned at school. That's worth more than a diamond!
Whoever completes it becomes the Wisdom Guardian of day 20!
Deeper Reading
The Rarest Jewel: Why Knowledge Is Worth More Than Money? — Grown-Up Version