Wisdom from Above: Daily Encouragement from the Proverbs [Hardcover]

Based on the eternal wisdom of Proverbs,New York Timesbestselling author Dr. Charles Stanley unfolds spiritual insights that offer courage for difficult times, inspiration to be the best person you can be, and confidence that God is always with you.

Inspired by a lifetime of learning God’s wisdom, inWisdom from AboveDr. Charles Stanley has created a 365-day devotional full of timeless teachings from the book of Proverbs and inspirational guidance for every day of the year.

Each day Dr. Stanley shares a relevant Bible verse, an encouraging message, and a comforting prayer. Topics range from relationships and emotions to communication and leadership. When you open this daily devotional, you’ll be greeted by uplifting words and thoughts to continuously strengthen your faith.Wisdom from Aboveis the perfect companion for your day-to-day life when you need confidence to get through the hard times or confidence to summon hope for the future.Wisdom from Above

JANUARY 1

Beginning

SCRIPTURE READING: PROVERBS 1; GENESIS 1:1; ISAIAH 43:19

The [reverent] fear of the Lord [that is, worshipping Him and regarding Him as truly awesome] is the beginning and the preeminent part of knowledge [its starting point and its essence].

PROVERBS 1:7 AMP

Today is the start of a new year, and along with it come fresh hopes and opportunities. A whole set of possibilities and uncertainties stand before you. The prospect of these new beginnings fills us with great awe, which is why many people make such an effort to commemorate this day—making resolutions and celebrating their arrival. The promise of a new beginning stirs hope in our souls.

But from the very first verse in Scripture—Genesis 1:1—we see that the most powerful beginnings come from God. And the very best, most fulfilling and lSW