Old Testament · Wisdom
Proverbs 21:20
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There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spendeth it up.
About Proverbs 21:20
Few verses address What the Bible Says About Frugality, What the Bible Says About Saving, and What the Bible Says About Spending as directly as Proverbs 21:20. This Old Testament passage from the wisdom of Proverbs has become a cornerstone of biblical teaching on the subject, treasured for its precision and pastoral warmth.
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How to Apply Proverbs 21:20
Pray through Proverbs 21:20 slowly, pausing at each phrase. Journal what God highlights regarding on the theme of What the Bible Says About Frugality. Commit to one concrete application over the next seven days, and revisit your notes at the end of the week to see how your perspective has shifted through the lens of this passage.