An Idea Borrowed

Years ago on a radio program someone shared that they read a chapter in Proverbs every day. Since there are 31 chapters and the longest month has 31 days it allows you to read through Proverbs on a regular basis. I use it as the launch pad for my personal worship time and branch out from there. On this blog I will try to share some of the insights I have in the Word. I will try to organize them in the archive by reference.

Thursday, November 5, 2026

False Pleasure

Proverbs 5:2 (NLT) Then you will show discernment, and your lips will express what you’ve learned.

I am enjoying reading the New Living Translation this month, up to a point.  That point comes in verses like this.  I like the expression.  I think it points out a good thought.  My problem is that I don’t think it is accurate.  Compare this,

Proverbs 5:2 (KJV) That thou mayest regard discretion, and [that] thy lips may keep knowledge.
Do you see the difference?  The NLT has you sharing, other translations have keeping or guarding.  Both are good thoughts but one is a reflection of what God had written, the other is a paraphrase by a translator who thought he knew better.

So?  Enjoy a paraphrase.  Gain insight by the creativity of the writer.  Make sure you understand the truth.  

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