Daily Wisdom: Proverbs 20:1

Thursday, April 9, 2026

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Wine is a mocker and beer a brawler; whoever is led astray by them is not wise.
— Proverbs 20:1

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Proverbs 20:1
Devo: Today's Verse
"Wine is a mocker and beer a brawler; whoever is led astray by them is not wise."
Mockers and Brawlers
Illustration of Proverbs 20:1
Inspirational illustration of Proverbs 20:1 -- Wine is a mocker and beer a brawler; whoever is led astray by them is not wise.

Illustration

Illustration of Proverbs 20:1 — Wine is a mocker and beer a brawler; whoever is led astray by them is not wise.

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