‏ Proverbs 27:1

Do Not Boast About Tomorrow

This section warns us not to be overconfident about the future. We are reminded that life is uncertain, and we should depend on God, not on our own plans. It is wise to prepare for tomorrow, but wrong to assume we will have it for sure. We should not delay important things, like turning to God, thinking we always have more time.

v. 1: The Bible says, Boast not thyself of to-morrow . This means we should not be proud or sure about what will happen even the next day. Jesus also taught, Do not be anxious about tomorrow (Matthew 6:34 a). We do not know what the day will bring, because God keeps the future hidden from us (James 4:13-15; Ecclesiastes 11:5 b; Acts 1:7 c). Our lives and circumstances can change quickly. So, we should trust God and be ready for anything, focusing on today and listening to His voice while it is called to-day (Hebrews 3:13 d).

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