Day 22 · January · Proverbs 22:11
Today's verse
“Whoever has a clean little heart and speaks politely becomes friends even with a King.”
Proverbs 22:11 · NIV
The Story
Imagine you're going to give a King a gift.
The Bible says we are that gift. A Sincere Heart is the good gift inside (not lying, being kind). Elegant Speech is the pretty wrapping paper (saying "please," "excuse me," not shouting). To be a great leader, we need both: being good on the inside and speaking nicely on the outside!
Today's Challenge
Today let's practice "King Speech." Instead of shouting "Give me water!", try to
Today let's practice "King Speech." Instead of shouting "Give me water!", try to say it in the most elegant way in the world: "Mom, could you please give me a little water?" Whoever speaks nicely gets what they ask for!
Whoever completes it becomes the Wisdom Guardian of day 22!
Deeper Reading
The Passport to Royalty: The Rare Combination — Grown-Up Version