Daily Wisdom: Proverbs 23:22

Thursday, February 12, 2026

Listen to your father, who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old.
— Proverbs 23:22

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Proverbs 23:22
Devo: Today's Verse
"Listen to your father, who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old."
Honor your father and mother by listening!
Illustration of Proverbs 23:22
Inspirational illustration of Proverbs 23:22 -- 22 Listen to your father, who gave you life,and do not despise your mother when she is old.

Illustration

Illustration of Proverbs 23:22 — Listen to your father, who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old.

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