TEMPERAMENT TRANSFORMATON REFLECTION - JUNE 19 - PROVERBS 19

Today's Reading Proverbs 19

Dear Wisdom Seekers,

As we continue growing in the Word and allowing the Holy Spirit to transform our temperaments, we turn our attention to Proverbs 19—a chapter rich with practical wisdom about patience, planning, correction, discipline, and listening to advice.

This chapter highlights the difference between hasty, impulsive behaviour and Spirit-led wisdom. It reminds us that many are the plans in our hearts, but only God’s purpose prevails (v.21). Whether you tend to move too fast, speak too quickly, avoid action, or wrestle with perfectionism—Proverbs 19 gently guides us to slow down, listen, and live wisely.

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📖 Before You Begin:

Take a few quiet moments to prayerfully read all of Proverbs 19. Ask the Holy Spirit to highlight which verses speak directly to your temperament or current situation. Let the Word settle in your heart before you begin reflecting.

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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE RESPONDING

✨ Reflection Instructions:

After you read the chapter, go ahead and answer all the reflection questions for either LIGHT or LEAN-IN. There are some optional answers to help you get started or give you ideas. 

If you’re feeling it and want to do both, that’s great too! And don’t worry about sticking to the suggestions—feel free to write your own thoughts or change things up however you like.

📝 How to Share:
Simply type or copy and paste your answers into the blog. 

🌱 At the end, take a moment to reread your answers as a whole. Look for patterns of growth, areas of conviction, or reasons to give thanks. Your responses are part of your personal transformation journey—and they matter.

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Ready to reflect? Scroll down to begin.
📖 Let wisdom shape you today—one verse, one reflection, one surrender at a time.

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🔗 LIGHT Reflection – Proverbs 19

L – Learn

Proverbs 19:20 — “Listen to advice and accept discipline, and at the end you will be counted among the wise.”

What have you recently learned about how your temperament is beginning to respond better to correction or godly advice?

• I’ve started slowing down before reacting when I receive correction.

• Instead of feeling defensive, I now try to reflect on what’s being said.

• I’m learning that accepting advice shows strength, not weakness.

• I’ve begun to appreciate that discipline is God’s way of protecting my growth.

• 🖋️ Or write your own: _________________________________

I – Insight

Proverbs 19:11 — “A person’s wisdom yields patience; it is to one’s glory to overlook an offense.”

What new insight has the Holy Spirit given you about how you're developing more patience or emotional maturity?

• I realized that not every offense needs a reaction.

• It’s getting easier to pause when something frustrates me.

• I'm learning that overlooking minor offenses is actually a sign of wisdom.

• God is teaching me to value peace over proving a point.

• 🖋️ Or write your own: _________________________________

G – Grateful

Proverbs 19:8 — “The one who gets wisdom loves life; the one who cherishes understanding will soon prosper.”

What wisdom from Proverbs 19 are you especially grateful for because it’s helping you change?

• I’m grateful that slowing down helps me avoid mistakes.

• Wisdom is teaching me that God’s plans are better than mine.

• I’m thankful for the Holy Spirit’s reminders to think before I speak.

• I now see how wisdom guards my relationships and decisions.

• 🖋️ Or write your own: _________________________________

H – Highlight

Proverbs 19:21 — “Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.”

Which verse stood out to you, and how is it guiding your personal growth?

• Verse 21 reminded me to trust God even when my plans fall apart.

• Verse 2 made me pause—I’m learning not to rush decisions.

• Verse 11 stood out—I’m growing in letting go of offenses.

• Verse 20 encouraged me to welcome advice instead of resisting it.

• 🖋️ Or write your own: _________________________________

 T – Takeaway

Proverbs 19:2 — “Enthusiasm without knowledge is no good; haste makes mistakes.”

What’s your biggest takeaway from today’s reflection that shows transformation in progress?

• I’m learning to combine my energy with wisdom.

• God is teaching me that patience is part of power.

• I now see that rushing often leads to regret.

• Slowing down has helped me hear God more clearly.

• 🖋️ Or write your own: _________________________________
  
  
  
  
  

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🌿 LEAN-IN Reflection – Proverbs 19

L – Look

What verse in Proverbs 19 most revealed growth in your temperament this week?

• I’m beginning to notice how often I act in haste, and verse 2 reminded me to pause more often.

• Verse 20 showed me how I’ve become more open to godly advice instead of resisting it.

• I’m learning to let go of small offenses, and verse 11 affirmed that this is wisdom taking root.

• When I read verse 21, I felt peace—it’s getting easier to release my plans and trust God’s purpose.

• 🖋️ Or write your own: _________________________________

E – Examine

How is the Holy Spirit helping you see patterns that are being transformed?

• I’ve been more aware of when irritation rises, and I’m catching myself before reacting harshly.

• Instead of avoiding conflict, I’ve started addressing things gently but directly.

• I’m less obsessed with getting everything perfect—I’m learning to move with grace, not pressure.

• When I notice myself retreating in silence, I now try to speak up with love instead.

• 🖋️ Or write your own: _________________________________

A – Align

Where are your words or behaviours starting to align more with God’s truth?

• I’m being more honest and less tempted to exaggerate to sound impressive.

• I’ve been slowing down my speech so I can speak the truth in love, not in frustration.

• When I feel tempted to stay quiet to avoid awkwardness, I ask God to help me be truthful anyway.

• I’m beginning to realize that silence isn’t always wise—sometimes withholding the truth is also misleading.

• 🖋️ Or write your own: _________________________________

N – Name a Next Step

What small but specific next step is God calling you to take this week?

• I need to finish a task I’ve been avoiding—it’s time to follow through.

• There’s a conversation I’ve been dodging, and I believe God is asking me to speak in love.

• My mornings need to begin with God again—starting tomorrow, I’ll give Him the first 15 minutes.

• To grow in discipline, I’ll create small goals and ask a friend to keep me accountable.

• 🖋️ Or write your own: _________________________________

I – Invite

Invite the Holy Spirit into one specific area of your temperament this week.

• Holy Spirit, I surrender my need to control outcomes—teach me how to rest in You.

• I’ve grown too passive in some areas; I invite You to stir me to act when I’d rather delay.

• Please transform my emotional reactions into calm, Christlike responses.

• Free me from people-pleasing—I want to live anchored in Your truth, not others’ opinions.

• 🖋️ Or write your own: _________________________________

N – Note

Note one recent area of visible growth.

• I’m seeing more patience in how I respond when things don’t go as planned.

• Lately, I’ve paused more often to pray before reacting—and that’s growth for me.

• The Lord is softening my pride and making room for humility in everyday moments.

• For once, I’m finishing things I start—and I know that’s the Spirit strengthening me.

• 🖋️ Or write your own: ________________________________

Wishing everyone a terrific Thursday! Stay focused and consistent.

Kindly come over to the chat and let me know if you enjoyed this Reflective Report on your Temperament Transformation.   I'm considering using a similar format for July, unless another idea comes to mind. Thanks!