One of my favorite Psalms is the 51st, “The Miserere”. The first 2 verses explain it: Psalm 51:1-2: “For the leader. A psalm of David, when Nathan the prophet came to him after his affair with Bathsheba.” (Via USCCB) Nathan the Prophet confronted King David with his adultery, and the Psalm is David’s repentence. I …
There is a nice excerpt from the First Reading for Mass for the 28th Sunday of Ordinary Time: Wisdom 7:7: “I prayed, and prudence was given me;I pleaded, and the spirit of wisdom came to me.” (Via USCCB.) As alcoholics and addicts we are familiar with seeking wisdom and prudence. It’s there in the short …
The next selection in the Wisdom Dose (no longer Daily, but only occasionally, sorry) comes from Proverbs 2:9-11; Then you will understand rectitude and justice, honesty, every good path; For wisdom will enter your heart, knowledge will please your soul, Discretion will watch over you, understanding will guard you In a way it relates rather …
For today’s Daily Wisdom Dose we turn to Proverbs 2:8; Guarding the paths of justice, protecting the way of his pious ones. This is a continuation of Proverbs 2:7 (look it up) and ensures that despite the trials and tribulations and turmoil of ordinary life, God will see us through them. It may be difficult, …
The Daily Wisdom Dose for today: Proverbs 2:7 He has counsel in store for the upright, he is the shield of those who walk honestly… By following God’s will, and in listening for it in either in prayer or in the variety of life, we are given His counsel, His advice and guidance on getting …
The “Daily Wisdom Dose” for today is from Proverbs 2:6. For the LORD gives wisdom, from his mouth come knowledge and understanding… We have two sources form the Lord’s wisdom: the Bible and the Church. The Bible is the inspired Word of God. The Church was established by Him to safeguard His teachings and also …
The Daily Wisdom Dose for today is from Proverbs 2:3-5 Yes, if you call to intelligence, and to understanding raise your voice; If you seek her like silver, and like hidden treasures search her out: Then will you understand the fear of the LORD; the knowledge of God you will find… In the beginning of …
Today’s “Daily Wisdom Dose” involves an act of humility, that of turning to another person and listening to their words and commands: Proverbs 2:1-2 My son, if you receive my words and treasure my commands, Turning your ear to wisdom, inclining your heart to understanding… Such a person must command respect and legitimate authority if …
Today’s Daily Wisdom Dose, from Proverbs 1:8-9: Hear, my son, your father’s instruction, and reject not your mother’s teaching; A graceful diadem will they be for your head; a torque for your neck. This may be difficult for those of who have had problematic relations with parents. (Mine were OK. No complaints. Not perfect, but …
Today’s Daily Wisdom Dose: This is the introduction to the Book of Proverbs (Chapter 1:1-6): The Proverbs of Solomon, the son of David, king of Israel: That men may appreciate wisdom and discipline, may understand words of intelligence; May receive training in wise conduct, in what is right, just and honest; That resourcefulness may be …