Proverbs 4 teaches us that wisdom is the principal thing, but we must also get understanding. Wisdom is knowing the truth; understanding is the perspective of how that truth applies to our lives. We may have the wisdom to know God is there, but we need understanding to see how His timing is working for our good right now. Discussion question: It is easy to have the wisdom to say 'God is in control,' but much harder to have the understanding to feel peace while waiting. How do you practice 'getting understanding' when you're in the middle of a waiting period? What helps you see His hand when the clock seems to be moving slowly? For the full devotional, visit The Daily Joy Journal in Classroom.

Science tells us that multitasking is actually just "context switching," and it lowers our IQ in the moment. Spiritually, a "divided eye" leads to a dark, heavy soul. When we choose to focus on God’s kingdom first, our vision clears, and the "draining" feeling of a slow day begins to lift. For the full devotional, visit The Daily Joy Journal in Classrooms.

The poem The Touch of the Master’s Hand describes an old violin, battered and scarred, that the crowd thought was worthless—until the Master played it. Sometimes we feel "drained" because we feel like that old violin—out of tune and overused. We don't need a new schedule; we need the Master's touch. The crowd saw a battered violin, but the Master saw a masterpiece in waiting. When you feel 'battered and scarred' by life's demands, how does shifting your focus from your 'worthless' feelings to the Master’s perspective change your outlook? For the Full Devotional, visit The Daily Joy Journal in Classroom.

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In verse 24, it says, "The Lord bless thee, and keep thee." In the original context, this "keeping" refers to a hedge of protection or a shepherd guarding his flock. In a world that often feels chaotic or unpredictable, what does it mean to you personally to be "kept" by a loving God? Does it change your perspective on your daily anxieties when you view Him as a guardian who is actively "keeping" you?