A collection of daily Bible commentaries from GoServ Global co-FOunder, Terry Baxter
Third Benefit of Wisdom
June 11, 2026
The Third Big Benefit to Wisdom:
“20) So you will walk in the way of good men And keep to the paths of the righteous. 21) For the upright will live in the land And the blameless will remain in it; 22) But the wicked will be cut off from the land And the treacherous will be uprooted from it.” Proverbs 2:20-22
Solomon now moves from prevention to promises. Godly wisdom put’s young men on the pathway of good and righteous men.
Godly wisdom is the avenue to true success and prosperity. God promises that those who walk in His ways will inherit the land. That can be understood as surrounded by God’s blessings. (See Deuteronomy 28:1-14)
He has ways of opening doors and arranging positive circumstances for those who sincerely seek Him and walk in His ways. I call this “God’s Favor.” It surrounds those who order their lives according to His Word.
Hebrews 11:6 might serve as a New Testament anchor for this promise; “6) And without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is and that He is a rewarder of those who seek Him.”
There are huge benefits to seeking God and walking in His ways. He sets aside the godly for Himself.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
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“20) So you will walk in the way of good men And keep to the paths of the righteous. 21) For the upright will live in the land And the blameless will remain in it; 22) But the wicked will be cut off from the land And the treacherous will be uprooted from it.” Proverbs 2:20-22
Solomon now moves from prevention to promises. Godly wisdom put’s young men on the pathway of good and righteous men.
Godly wisdom is the avenue to true success and prosperity. God promises that those who walk in His ways will inherit the land. That can be understood as surrounded by God’s blessings. (See Deuteronomy 28:1-14)
He has ways of opening doors and arranging positive circumstances for those who sincerely seek Him and walk in His ways. I call this “God’s Favor.” It surrounds those who order their lives according to His Word.
Hebrews 11:6 might serve as a New Testament anchor for this promise; “6) And without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is and that He is a rewarder of those who seek Him.”
There are huge benefits to seeking God and walking in His ways. He sets aside the godly for Himself.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
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The Second Big Benefit of Wisdom
June 10, 2026
The Second Big Benefit of Wisdom:
“16) To deliver you from the strange woman, From the adulteress who flatters with her words; 17) That leaves the companion of her youth And forgets the covenant of her God; 18) For her house sinks down to death And her tracks lead to the dead; 19) None who go to her return again, Nor do they reach the paths of life.” Proverbs 2:16-19
The second Big Benefit of wisdom is to help avoid the seductions of the adulterous woman. Keep in mind, Solomon was writing to his sons and young men.
Just as there are sinful and evil men in the world, there are also sinful and evil women. Many people of both genders are slaves to sexual immorality. Solomon understood the importance of avoiding the traps of sexual bondage and addiction. He himself was held in its grip.
1 Corinthians 6:9-20 is the New Testament parallel to the warning against sexual bondage. In the Freedom Quest Workshop we deal with sexual immorality as one of the seven basic strongholds Satan uses to temp and then enslave people in bondage.
One indication of sexual bondage in the text is a disregard for the sanctity of marriage. The adulterous woman leaves the companion of her youth and forgets the covenant of her God.
The sanctity of marriage is a crucial corner stone to every society. According to Romans 1:18-32, when it is destroyed, the whole nation begins to crumble.
The warnings against sexual bandage is a reoccurring theme in the book of Proverbs. Why? It is one of Satan’s basic schemes against both men and women. It is a trap that has ensnared many.
My friend, take heed to this warning. Wisdom, understanding and the fear of the Lord will help you avoid this trap. Confession, repentance, resisting the enemy and consecrating your body to God will help you pull down this sinful bondage in your life. (Romans 12:1-2)
Jesus did not come to condemn the world, He came to save the world. (See John 3:16-21) Jesus Christ and the gospel can set you free from sexual bondage.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
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“16) To deliver you from the strange woman, From the adulteress who flatters with her words; 17) That leaves the companion of her youth And forgets the covenant of her God; 18) For her house sinks down to death And her tracks lead to the dead; 19) None who go to her return again, Nor do they reach the paths of life.” Proverbs 2:16-19
The second Big Benefit of wisdom is to help avoid the seductions of the adulterous woman. Keep in mind, Solomon was writing to his sons and young men.
Just as there are sinful and evil men in the world, there are also sinful and evil women. Many people of both genders are slaves to sexual immorality. Solomon understood the importance of avoiding the traps of sexual bondage and addiction. He himself was held in its grip.
1 Corinthians 6:9-20 is the New Testament parallel to the warning against sexual bondage. In the Freedom Quest Workshop we deal with sexual immorality as one of the seven basic strongholds Satan uses to temp and then enslave people in bondage.
One indication of sexual bondage in the text is a disregard for the sanctity of marriage. The adulterous woman leaves the companion of her youth and forgets the covenant of her God.
The sanctity of marriage is a crucial corner stone to every society. According to Romans 1:18-32, when it is destroyed, the whole nation begins to crumble.
The warnings against sexual bandage is a reoccurring theme in the book of Proverbs. Why? It is one of Satan’s basic schemes against both men and women. It is a trap that has ensnared many.
My friend, take heed to this warning. Wisdom, understanding and the fear of the Lord will help you avoid this trap. Confession, repentance, resisting the enemy and consecrating your body to God will help you pull down this sinful bondage in your life. (Romans 12:1-2)
Jesus did not come to condemn the world, He came to save the world. (See John 3:16-21) Jesus Christ and the gospel can set you free from sexual bondage.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
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The First Big Benefit of Wisdom
June 9, 2026
The First Big Benefit of Wisdom:
“12) To deliver you from the way of evil, From the man who speaks perverse things; 13) From those who leave the paths of uprightness To walk in the ways of darkness; 14) Who delight in doing evil And rejoice in the perversity of evil; 15) Whose paths are crooked, And who are devious in their ways;” Proverbs 2:12-15
Solomon now starts laying out the benefits of gaining wisdom and understanding. The first big benefit is that they will deliver you from evil and devious men.
This is huge. Prevention is so much better than rehabilitation. Wisdom will keep you far from their path and away from their influence.
Wisdom and foolishness do not keep company with one another. Neither do righteousness and wickedness. They are like oil and water; they do not mix.
Sadly, there are evil and perverse men in the world. They exploit, hurt, abuse, defile and steal from others. They claim many victims.
The book of Proverbs offers to impart wisdom, understanding, discernment and common sense. These qualities will help deliver you from the way and reach of evil men.
This feature alone is enough to motivate me to study the book of Proverbs. But as the book unfolds, there are many more benefits to gaining wisdom and knowledge.
Gaining and applying the wisdom found in the book of Proverbs can change people. It helps the foolish become wise, the ignorant become smart, the wicked become righteous, the lazy become diligent, and the poor become prosperous.
The wisdom gained by studying the book of Proverbs becomes a blueprint for true success in life. The change can start at any time. It can happen to any person. It is packed with “Super Foods” for the human soul. The book of Proverbs is God’s recipe for a full and fruitful life.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
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“12) To deliver you from the way of evil, From the man who speaks perverse things; 13) From those who leave the paths of uprightness To walk in the ways of darkness; 14) Who delight in doing evil And rejoice in the perversity of evil; 15) Whose paths are crooked, And who are devious in their ways;” Proverbs 2:12-15
Solomon now starts laying out the benefits of gaining wisdom and understanding. The first big benefit is that they will deliver you from evil and devious men.
This is huge. Prevention is so much better than rehabilitation. Wisdom will keep you far from their path and away from their influence.
Wisdom and foolishness do not keep company with one another. Neither do righteousness and wickedness. They are like oil and water; they do not mix.
Sadly, there are evil and perverse men in the world. They exploit, hurt, abuse, defile and steal from others. They claim many victims.
The book of Proverbs offers to impart wisdom, understanding, discernment and common sense. These qualities will help deliver you from the way and reach of evil men.
This feature alone is enough to motivate me to study the book of Proverbs. But as the book unfolds, there are many more benefits to gaining wisdom and knowledge.
Gaining and applying the wisdom found in the book of Proverbs can change people. It helps the foolish become wise, the ignorant become smart, the wicked become righteous, the lazy become diligent, and the poor become prosperous.
The wisdom gained by studying the book of Proverbs becomes a blueprint for true success in life. The change can start at any time. It can happen to any person. It is packed with “Super Foods” for the human soul. The book of Proverbs is God’s recipe for a full and fruitful life.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
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Your Internal Guidance System
June 8, 2026
Programming Your Internal Guidance System
“9) Then you will discern righteousness and justice And equity and every good course. 10) For wisdom will enter your heart And knowledge will be pleasant to your soul; 11) Discretion will guard you, Understanding will watch over you,” Proverbs 2:9-11
Godly wisdom becomes an inner guidance system. It sensitizes the human soul to discern between good and bad, right and wrong, righteousness and justice, and good motives versus evil intent.
This excels still more in the New Testament for the born-again and Spirit filled believer. As the human spirit comes alive and begins to govern with a wisdom filled soul undergirding it, genuine godliness becomes the by-product.
When the wisdom Solomon spoke about is combined with the inner ministry of the Holy Spirit that Paul talked about, the growth and potential of the inner man is unfathomable.
Let me encourage you to undertake an insightful Bible study. Take a moment and read Proverbs 2:1-12 next to Ephesians 1:15-22 and Ephesians 3:14-21. You will discover that God designed the human spirit and soul to work together in tandem.
The books of Psalms and Proverbs contain powerful truth to renew the mind and convert the human soul. When left to itself, the human soul gravitates toward depravity.
Do not fool yourself into thinking you can trust in Jesus and then ignore the daily Study of Scripture. The end result will not be godly maturity or walking in the Spirit. It will quickly become be a rollercoaster ride of by-polar emotions and moral confusion. It is a one way road to carnal Christian living.
The human soul must be tended daily. You need to pull weeds of deception and plant new seeds of truth. Caring for your soul and spirit must become your number one daily priority.
What will be the cumulative result?
Then wisdom will guide you and understanding will watch over you. Then you will discern right paths in life and avoid multitudes of bad decisions, toxic relationships, wrong business deals, and the worldly wisdom James warned about. (See James 3:13-18)
Take time daily to care for your soul. Open your Bible and put new data daily into your internal guidance system.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
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“9) Then you will discern righteousness and justice And equity and every good course. 10) For wisdom will enter your heart And knowledge will be pleasant to your soul; 11) Discretion will guard you, Understanding will watch over you,” Proverbs 2:9-11
Godly wisdom becomes an inner guidance system. It sensitizes the human soul to discern between good and bad, right and wrong, righteousness and justice, and good motives versus evil intent.
This excels still more in the New Testament for the born-again and Spirit filled believer. As the human spirit comes alive and begins to govern with a wisdom filled soul undergirding it, genuine godliness becomes the by-product.
When the wisdom Solomon spoke about is combined with the inner ministry of the Holy Spirit that Paul talked about, the growth and potential of the inner man is unfathomable.
Let me encourage you to undertake an insightful Bible study. Take a moment and read Proverbs 2:1-12 next to Ephesians 1:15-22 and Ephesians 3:14-21. You will discover that God designed the human spirit and soul to work together in tandem.
The books of Psalms and Proverbs contain powerful truth to renew the mind and convert the human soul. When left to itself, the human soul gravitates toward depravity.
Do not fool yourself into thinking you can trust in Jesus and then ignore the daily Study of Scripture. The end result will not be godly maturity or walking in the Spirit. It will quickly become be a rollercoaster ride of by-polar emotions and moral confusion. It is a one way road to carnal Christian living.
The human soul must be tended daily. You need to pull weeds of deception and plant new seeds of truth. Caring for your soul and spirit must become your number one daily priority.
What will be the cumulative result?
Then wisdom will guide you and understanding will watch over you. Then you will discern right paths in life and avoid multitudes of bad decisions, toxic relationships, wrong business deals, and the worldly wisdom James warned about. (See James 3:13-18)
Take time daily to care for your soul. Open your Bible and put new data daily into your internal guidance system.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
Sent from my iPhone
Having God as Your Shield
June 7, 2026
Having God as Your Shield
“6) For the Lord gives wisdom; From His mouth comes knowledge and understanding. 7) He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk in integrity, 8) Guarding the paths of justice, And He preserves the way of His godly ones.” Proverbs 2:6-8
Solomon now makes a noble statement. Those who seek God and follow His ways of wisdom, become men and women of integrity. He in turn watches over them like a shield.
He actively guards the paths of justice and watches over the way of His godly ones. There are tangible benefits to walking with God and building your life on His word and His ways.
This is true for both young and old. It is true for both man and woman. It is true for people of every nation, tribe and tongue who build a walk with God.
Paul said it well when writing to Timothy; “14) You, however, continue in the things you have learned and become convinced of, knowing from whom you have learned them, 15) and that from childhood you have known the sacred writings which are able to give you the wisdom that leads to salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. 16) All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; 17) so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work.” (2 Timothy 3:14-17)
Both the Old and the New Testament agree on the importance of building a Scripture based walk with God. He watches over those who love and honor Him. He is their shield and guardian.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
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“6) For the Lord gives wisdom; From His mouth comes knowledge and understanding. 7) He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk in integrity, 8) Guarding the paths of justice, And He preserves the way of His godly ones.” Proverbs 2:6-8
Solomon now makes a noble statement. Those who seek God and follow His ways of wisdom, become men and women of integrity. He in turn watches over them like a shield.
He actively guards the paths of justice and watches over the way of His godly ones. There are tangible benefits to walking with God and building your life on His word and His ways.
This is true for both young and old. It is true for both man and woman. It is true for people of every nation, tribe and tongue who build a walk with God.
Paul said it well when writing to Timothy; “14) You, however, continue in the things you have learned and become convinced of, knowing from whom you have learned them, 15) and that from childhood you have known the sacred writings which are able to give you the wisdom that leads to salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. 16) All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; 17) so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work.” (2 Timothy 3:14-17)
Both the Old and the New Testament agree on the importance of building a Scripture based walk with God. He watches over those who love and honor Him. He is their shield and guardian.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
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Make Your Search Intebsional
June 5, 2026
Make Your Search Intensional
“1) My son, if you will receive my words And treasure my commandments within you, 2) Make your ear attentive to wisdom, Incline your heart to understanding; 3) For if you cry for discernment, Lift your voice for understanding; 4) If you seek her as silver And search for her as for hidden treasures; 5) Then you will discern the fear of the Lord And discover the knowledge of God.” Proverbs 2:1-5
The search for wisdom and understanding must be intentional. In the process of making it a top priority in your life, it will lead you to the discovery of God.
This process includes the pursuit of truth and not mere knowledge. There is no end to knowledge. Much of it is laced with deception. But the knowledge based in truth will lead to Jesus Christ.
Truth is a person. In John 14:6, Jesus said; “I am the way, the truth and the life; no one comes to the Father but through me.” Finding Him is more precious than gold or silver. Walking with Him puts you on the path of wisdom and understanding.
It is impossible to sincerely search for wisdom and understanding without being pointed to the God of Creation. The Spirit of God has ways of drawing people to the Gospel.
Jesus is both the starting point and destination of true wisdom and knowledge. Pursue Him as the greatest treasure in life.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
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“1) My son, if you will receive my words And treasure my commandments within you, 2) Make your ear attentive to wisdom, Incline your heart to understanding; 3) For if you cry for discernment, Lift your voice for understanding; 4) If you seek her as silver And search for her as for hidden treasures; 5) Then you will discern the fear of the Lord And discover the knowledge of God.” Proverbs 2:1-5
The search for wisdom and understanding must be intentional. In the process of making it a top priority in your life, it will lead you to the discovery of God.
This process includes the pursuit of truth and not mere knowledge. There is no end to knowledge. Much of it is laced with deception. But the knowledge based in truth will lead to Jesus Christ.
Truth is a person. In John 14:6, Jesus said; “I am the way, the truth and the life; no one comes to the Father but through me.” Finding Him is more precious than gold or silver. Walking with Him puts you on the path of wisdom and understanding.
It is impossible to sincerely search for wisdom and understanding without being pointed to the God of Creation. The Spirit of God has ways of drawing people to the Gospel.
Jesus is both the starting point and destination of true wisdom and knowledge. Pursue Him as the greatest treasure in life.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
Sent from my iPhone
