Proverbs 30:9
“Lest 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.”

What does Proverbs 30:9 mean?
Proverbs 30:9 in the King James Version of the Bible states, "Lest 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." This verse is part of a larger passage in the book of Proverbs that contains wisdom and…
Read full commentaryDevotionalA Vulnerable Heart: Navigating Prosperity and Poverty
Proverbs 30:9 offers a profound insight into the spiritual dynamics of wealth and poverty: "Lest 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." The writer, Agur, presents a poignant prayer that reflects a…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer for Balance and Faithfulness
O Lord God, Creator of the heavens and the earth, I come before You with a humble heart, longing for wisdom and understanding. Your word in Proverbs 30:9 speaks to me deeply, reminding me of the delicate balance we must maintain in our lives. You have blessed me with abundance…
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