This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format.

Proverbs 19:1 - 20:30

- Integrity and the fear of the Lord are better than wealth gained by deceit; laziness, hasty speech, and ignoring advice lead to poverty and ruin.

- Wisdom, patience, and honest scales are valued, while wine, strife, and a king’s wrath are warned against.

1 Thessalonians 5:12-28

- Paul urges respect for leaders, peaceful living, encouragement of the weak, and constant joy, prayer, and thanksgiving.

- He gives final instructions to test everything, avoid every form of evil, and closes with a blessing of peace and grace.