WORDS TO LIVE BY · JOEL DYKE

Timeless wisdom.
For everyday
life.

365 devotions from the Book of Proverbs.
A daily invitation to grow in faith, lead with purpose,
and live what matters.

WITH A FOREWORD BY CHRIS HODGESFounding Pastor, Church of the Highlands
A DAILY INVITATION TO LIVE WISELY
ROOTED INProverbsMADE FOR LIFE
365 devotions.
One life-changing journey.
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ANCIENT TRUTH. EVERYDAY LIFE.01 — THE BOOK

More than words you read.
Wisdom you live.

For more than three decades, Pastor Joel Dyke has returned to a simple practice: reading a chapter of Proverbs each day.

Words to Live By is the fruit of that journey—a year of practical, Scripture-rooted encouragement to help you bring God’s truth into your relationships, your leadership, and your everyday decisions.

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Rooted in Scripture

A passage from Proverbs to anchor your day in the timeless truth of God’s Word.

02

Made for real life

Honest reflections shaped by decades of ministry, family life, leadership, and public service.

03

Room to grow

A reflective prayer with every devotion to help you pause, respond, and put wisdom into practice.

FROM THE FOREWORD
“Some entries will challenge you while others will comfort, but every one of them will empower, encourage, and inspire you to draw closer to God.”
Chris HodgesFounding Pastor, Church of the Highlands
A MOMENT IN THE WORD

A few quiet minutes.
A different kind
of day.

Step inside the pages. Discover how a simple truth from Proverbs can bring fresh perspective to the life you’re already living.

Scripture. Reflection. Prayer.
A daily rhythm that stays with you.
Make it part of your every day
AN EXCERPT FROM THE BOOK01 / 03
January 1

Success Starts with Discipline

“Their purpose is to teach people to live disciplined and successful lives, to help them do what is right, just, and fair.”Proverbs 1:3

A successful life doesn’t just happen—it’s built through intentional discipline. Proverbs remind us that discipline is a God-given tool for living wisely, justly, and well. It’s the solid foundation beneath every strong character and lasting achievement.

WORDS TO LIVE BY by Joel Dyke
Joel Dyke, author and Senior Pastor of Life Church in West Monroe
Joel DykeFAITH. FAMILY. A LIFE OF SERVICE.
MEET THE AUTHOR

A pastor’s heart.
A servant’s life.

Joel Dyke believes the best way to serve God is to serve people.

As Senior Pastor of Life Church in West Monroe since 1996, Joel has devoted his life to helping people grow in faith and become leaders of integrity. His journey includes nearly a decade of missionary work in southern Mexico and 27 years of service with the West Monroe Marshal’s Office.

A husband to Angel, father of two daughters, and grandfather to three granddaughters, he brings the wisdom of a life fully lived to every page—honest, grounded, and always pointing back to God’s Word.

Pastor & missionary Public servant
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Words to Live By — Joel Dyke
YOUR JOURNEY TO WISDOM

A little time each day.
A lifetime of difference.

Bring the wisdom of Proverbs into the moments that matter.
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365 DAILY DEVOTIONSFOREWORD BY CHRIS HODGES