April 29 - Wisdom That Lasts

APRIL 29 - Wisdom That Lasts3-Year-Bible Reading: Proverbs 15:5–6; Psalm 49; Romans 14//⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠3-Year Bible Devotional Book (Year Two) Available on Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠//________________________________________“The lips of the wise spread knowledge; not so the hearts of fools. In the house of the righteous there is much treasure, but trouble befalls the income of the wicked.” — Proverbs 15:5–6 (ESV)“Why should I fear in times of trouble, when the iniquity of those who cheat me surrounds me, those who trust in their wealth and boast of the abundance of their riches?” — Psalm 49:5–6 (ESV)“For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.” — Romans 14:17 (ESV)________________________________________What really matters in life? We chase grades, sports wins, likes on social media, or maybe even money from a part-time job. But Psalm 49 reminds us that wealth and popularity don’t last forever—they can’t save us or give us true peace. Proverbs 15 shows that wisdom and righteousness are real treasures because they shape our character and lead to a life God can bless. And Romans 14 points us toward the things that really count in God’s kingdom: righteousness, peace, and joy that come from His Spirit.Life gets noisy with all the things screaming for your attention, but God calls you to focus on what lasts. Instead of building your life on stuff that fades, He wants you to build on faith, wisdom, and the kind of character that brings Him glory.________________________________________THINK ABOUT IT1. True Treasure: Where are you tempted to put your worth—in stuff, achievements, or what others think? How can you start valuing righteousness, peace, and joy more?2. Fear-Free Living: Psalm 49 says we don’t have to fear when trouble comes. How does trusting in God’s wisdom instead of wealth or success bring real security?3. Kingdom Priorities: If God’s kingdom is about righteousness, peace, and joy (Romans 14:17), what’s one way you can reflect those qualities this week at school or with friends?________________________________________BOTTOM LINELasting peace and joy come from living with God’s wisdom, not chasing temporary treasures.________________________________________PRAYERHeavenly Father, thank You for reminding me that real treasure is found in You, not in stuff that doesn’t last. Help me to value righteousness, peace, and joy over wealth or popularity. Teach me to live with wisdom so my life brings You glory and points others to Your kingdom. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.