November 12, 2026
Good morning. The thermometer is at 32 right now and should double that reading before sunset. The light breeze should make this a good day to be outside working cattle all day!
Proverbs 3:1-4
Solomon is giving us quite the anatomy lesson during our study of Proverbs. Today he tells us to use our brain in the process of following God when we read, “do not forget.” That was a process that was much easier when we were younger. However, for those of us who have seen a batch of sunsets, our memories tend to have gaps every now and then, but it is interesting how easily Scripture returns to even old brains when needed.
Solomon continues, “But let your heart keep my commandments.” The Scripture that we store deep within our soul will never leave us. As King David said, “Thy word have I hidden in my heart that I might not sin against Thee.” That is why Scripture memory is so vital, it goes to the depth of our being and waits to be remembered and obeyed as verse 2 reminds us.
Next, verse 3 brings us to two new words: “kindness” – “loyalty, graciousness and faithfulness” are words used to help us understand what it looks like to be kind. A kind person is always nice to be around. They do not allow circumstances to determine their attitude, for God’s “commandments” have already established the attitude of a kind person. As I’ve often reminded myself and those around me, “Attitude determines altitude” and “kindness” is a great place to pitch one’s tent.
“Truth” is the next word found in verse 3, which carries the idea of “firmness, trustworthiness, and consistency.” As Christ followers we know that the Bible is filled with God’s truth. Speaking of Himself, Jesus stated, “I am the way, the truth and the life.” Apart from Jesus, there is no “truth.” Also, please note that “consistency” is an evidence of walking in the “truth.”
Our teacher of wisdom then tells us to “tie” “kindness and truth” “around your neck.” Today, I will tie a silk scarf around my neck to keep the cold air from flowing in upon my brisket. To tie “kindness and truth” around our necks keeps the cold of Satan from attacking our heart, which according to Solomon is like a “tablet” that we can write Scripture upon for later recall. You see my friends, our soul stores things, both good and bad. If we dwell upon the bad and do not remember the good, our lives will be far from revealing “kindness and truth.”
“Kindness and truth” will also help us to “find favor and good repute” with “God and man.” Today, allow “kindness and truth” to follow you around like two fluffy puppies. Allow them to bounce excitedly and play deep within your soul. Allow both to yip softly as they express their anticipation of pleasing the Master. Yes, enjoy this day as you live today’s verses!
Living in anticipation of pleasing our LORD with you, Neal
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