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

Proverbs 23:1 - 24:34

- Warnings against gluttony, drunkenness, envy of sinners, and withholding discipline from children; pursue wisdom and righteousness instead.

- Do not fret over evildoers or join those who plan harm; hard work and wise counsel bring security while laziness leads to poverty.

2 Thessalonians 2:13 - 3:18

- Paul thanks God for choosing the Thessalonians for salvation and urges them to stand firm in the traditions they were taught.

- He requests prayer, warns against idleness, and commands that those who refuse to work should not eat, closing with a blessing of peace.