Bible Verse of the Day

Monday, May 26, 2025

Proverbs 16:18 NIV

Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.

Read all of Proverbs 16 NIV


Daily Verse Reflection

Commentary on Proverbs 16:18

(Read Proverbs 16:18)

When men defy God's judgments, and think themselves far from them, it is a sign they are at the door. Let us not fear the pride of others, but fear pride in ourselves.


FAQs about the Daily Bible Verse

Why is reading a daily Bible verse important?

"Reading a daily Bible verse helps you focus on God's word, offering spiritual guidance and encouragement for the day ahead."

How can I incorporate daily Bible reading into my routine?

"Set aside a few moments each morning or evening to read and reflect on a verse. You can also sign up for our daily verse email to make it a consistent habit."

How can I use today's verse in my prayer?

"You can include the verse in your prayer by thanking God for its message, asking Him for guidance to apply it in your life, or meditating on how it speaks to your current circumstances."


Proverbs 16:18 In-Context

16 How much better to get wisdom than gold, to get insight rather than silver!

17 The highway of the upright avoids evil; those who guard their ways preserve their lives.

18 Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.

19 Better to be lowly in spirit along with the oppressed than to share plunder with the proud.

20 Whoever gives heed to instruction prospers,Or "whoever speaks prudently finds what is good"and blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord.



Interpretations of Today's Verse

The Bible has been interpreted in various ways to ensure its message reaches people from different languages, cultures, and perspectives. These interpretations offer unique insights into the meaning of the scripture.

King James Version

Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.

English Standard Version

Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.

The Message

First pride, then the crash - the bigger the ego, the harder the fall.

New King James Version

Pride goes before destruction, And a haughty spirit before a fall.

New Living Translation

Pride goes before destruction, and haughtiness before a fall.

This Week's Daily Bible Verses

Sunday, May 25

Colossians 3:2

Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.

Read all of Colossians 3 NIV

Saturday, May 24

Matthew 19:26

Jesus looked at them and said, "With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible."

Read all of Matthew 19 NIV

Friday, May 23

1 Corinthians 2:2

For I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ and him crucified.

Read all of 1 Corinthians 2 NIV

Thursday, May 22

Psalm 145:18-19

The LORD is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them.

Read all of Psalm 145 NIV

Wednesday, May 21

2 Samuel 7:22

"How great you are, O Sovereign LORD! There is no one like you, and there is no God but you."

Read all of 2 Samuel 7 NIV

Tuesday, May 20

Proverbs 24:30-34

I went past the field of the sluggard, past the vineyard of the man who lacks judgment; thorns had come up everywhere, the ground was covered with weeds, and the stone wall was in ruins. I applied my heart to what I observed and learned a lesson from what I saw: A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest -- and poverty will come on you like a bandit and scarcity like an armed man.

Read all of Proverbs 24 NIV

Monday, May 19

1 John 4:13-15

We know that we live in him and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit. And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent his Son to be the Savior of the world. If anyone acknowledges that Jesus is the Son of God, God lives in him and he in God.

Read all of 1 John 4 NIV

Browse Daily Bible Verses

<< May 2025 >>
S M T W T F S
27 28 29 30 1 2 3
4 5 6 7 8 9 10
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
25 26 27 28 29 30 31