📖 31-Day Proverbs Challenge — Day 12 

Today’s Reading: Proverbs 12 

Welcome to Day 12. Proverbs 12 highlights the everyday, practical differences between wise and foolish living; especially in speech, work ethics, relationships, and character. As you read, pay attention to how wisdom shapes stability, while foolishness leads to instability and harm. 

Let the chapter speak directly to your habits, choices, and direction. 

✨ Step 1 — Identify Five Things That Stand Out 

As you read Proverbs 12, write down five things that catch your attention. These might be: • A contrast between truthful and deceitful speech  

• A phrase about diligence or laziness  

• A description of righteous vs. wicked behavior  

• A promise connected to wise living  

• Anything that feels personal, timely, or revealing 

Let the chapter highlight what you need to see today. 

🌍 Step 2 — Connect the Chapter to Today 

Find three things in Proverbs 12 that speak to our present moment; personally, nationally, or globally. Consider:  

• What this chapter reveals about the power of truthful speech  

• How diligence or laziness affects your life, work, or relationships  

• How righteousness shapes stability in families, communities, or nations  

• What this chapter says about character, integrity, and long‑term outcomes 

Ask yourself: What in this chapter speaks directly to the world I’m navigating right now? 

Your insight is the heart of this challenge. 

🙏 Step 3 — Let It Shape Your Prayer 

After reflecting, consider: How is this chapter directing my prayer for change today? Think about:  

• Where you need wisdom in your words or responses  

• Where diligence needs to grow in your habits or responsibilities  

• Where integrity or righteousness need strengthening  

• Where you’re praying for truth, stability, and wisdom in your community or nation 

Let Proverbs 12 guide your conversation with God. 

💬 Share Your Insights (Optional) 

If you feel led, share one thing from your reflection in the comments. Your perspective may help someone else see the chapter in a new way.