Proverbs 30:8 · KJV
"Remove far from me vanity and lies: give me neither poverty nor riches; feed me with food convenient for me:"
King James Version
What does Proverbs 30:8 mean? →Passage Context
6Add thou not unto his words, lest he reprove thee, and thou be found a liar.
7Two things have I required of thee; deny me them not before I die:
8Remove far from me vanity and lies: give me neither poverty nor riches; feed me with food convenient for me:
9Lest I be full, and deny thee, and say, Who is the LORD? or lest I be poor, and steal, and take the name of my God in vain.
10Accuse not a servant unto his master, lest he curse thee, and thou be found guilty.
Reflection Questions
1
How do you define 'food convenient for you'?
2
What does it mean to you to remove vanity from your life?
3
When have you found peace in simplicity?
Life Application
simplicity
Strive to simplify your life by focusing on what truly matters, rather than chasing after wealth or status.
integrity
Commit to honesty in your interactions, avoiding deceit and embracing transparency.
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