Date: August 4, 2026. Lesson 152-2026. Title: Tomorrow Belongs to God, and So Does Your Reputation

August 4, 2026

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On the morning of August 4, 2026, Rick Wiles and Dr. Raymond Burkhart opened Proverbs chapter 27 on Morning Manna with a warning that sounds simple but carries theological weight: "Boast not thyself of tomorrow, for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth." The central thesis of the episode is that two seemingly separate sins—boasting about the future and praising oneself—are actually the same sin wearing two faces. Both are acts of claiming what is not yet ours to claim, and both betray a fundamental confusion about who governs time and reputation.

The Sin of Presuming on Tomorrow

The Hebrew verb for "boast" in Proverbs 27:1 is reflexive—it is self-praise, self-glorifying about one's future. The object of the forbidden boast is not planning or hope, which the Bible permits. The problem is presumption: acting as though tomorrow is already secured, already possessed, already within a person's authority to promise. Wiles illustrated this with the example of September 11, 2001: "None of us that morning imagined the day would become that horrible. The people who went to work in the World Trade Centers didn't know they were gonna die that day."

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What you'll learn

1 (00:00) **Opening & Introduction to Proverbs 27** - Hosts Rick Wiles and Dr. Raymond Burkhart welcome listeners and set the stage for a verse-by-verse study of Proverbs chapter 27.
2 (05:17) **Chapter 27 Preview: The Twin Sins of Presumption and Self-Praise** - Rick and Doc outline the major lessons to come, linking the two opening verses as two faces of the same sin.
3 (08:18) **Verse 1: "Boast Not Thyself of Tomorrow"** - The core teaching on the sin of boasting about the future is unpacked, distinguishing planning from presumption.
4 (12:48) **The Theological Weight of Verse 1: Divine Providence** - Dr. Burkhart deepens the analysis, connecting the verse to the doctrine of God's sovereignty over time.
5 (16:29) **New Testament Commentary on Verse 1** - James 4 and other scriptures are brought in as the positive counterpart to the prohibition.
6 (18:26) **Application: Avoiding Presumption and Paralysis** - The practical takeaway for daily life is to avoid two errors: the confident boast and using uncertainty as an excuse to avoid planning.
7 (22:15) **Connecting Verse 1 to the Present Moment** - Rick emphasizes the power of living in the present, trusting God for today's portion.

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Guests on this episode

Rick Wiles Raymond Burkhart

Show Notes

In today's Morning Manna, Rick Wiles and Doc Burkhart begin their study of Proverbs 27 by examining Solomon's opening call to humility in verses 1–2. These timeless proverbs warn against two subtle forms of pride: presuming upon tomorrow and seeking our own praise today. While Scripture encourages wise planning and diligent labor, it reminds us that every future day rests in God's hands and that genuine honor is something received, not claimed. This lesson explores the biblical doctrine of God's providence, the freedom that comes from entrusting both our plans and our reputation to Him, and why the only boast that will endure is boasting in the Lord. Lesson 152-2026 Teachers: Rick Wiles and Doc Burkhart You can partner with us by visiting MannaNation.com, calling 1-888-519-4935, or by mail at PO Box 399 Vero Beach, FL 32961 MEGA FIRE reveals the ancient recurring cycles of war and economic collapse that have shaped history for 600 years. These patterns predict America is now entering its most dangerous period since World War II. Get your copy today! www.megafire.world Get high-quality emergency preparedness food today from American Reserves! www.AmericanReserves.com It’s the Final Day! The day Jesus Christ bursts into our dimension of time, space, and matter. Now available in eBook and audio formats! Order Final Day from Amazon today! www.Amazon.com/Final-Day Apple users, you can download the audio version on Apple Books! www.books.apple.com/final-day Purchase the 4-part DVD set or start streaming Sacrificing Liberty today. www.Sacrificingliberty.com