“I have treasured the words of His mouth more than my necessary food.” – Job
“Do you see a man wise in his own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for him.” Proverbs 26:12 Each time I read through Proverbs, this verse screams out something new. Today’s thoughts: Fool is referenced 72 times in Proverbs, 10 of them in the 11 verses prior to today’s; Solomon uses […]
Psalm 1 – Part Two 3 And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper. “And he shall be like a tree planted“—not a wild tree, but “a tree planted,” chosen, considered
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“Like a bad tooth and an unsteady foot is confidence in a faithless man in time of trouble.” Proverbs 25:19 Have you ever had a toothache from a cavity, where you can barely use it because of the pain? Or a sprained ankle where you can hardly take a step without wincing? I have had
“Do not fret because of evildoers or be envious of the wicked; For there will be no future for the evil man; The lamp of the wicked will be put out.” Proverbs 24:19-20 Here, Solomon warns “Do not fret”, using the word charah (“to burn,” “to be angry;” so here we may render, “Be not
“Do not let your heart envy sinners, but live in the fear of the Lord always.” Proverbs 23:17 As most of you know, Proverbs is a Book of contrasts. Here, Solomon compares the “envying of sinners” with “the fear of the Lord”. This helps us define biblically “words” and “phrases” so we can have a
“The prudent sees the evil and hides himself, but the naive go on, and are punished for it.” Proverbs 22:3 This is one of my favorite Proverbs. It’s also repeated in Chapter 27, which is God’s way of telling us, “Pay Attention”! When you consider what it says, it’s really quite simple. Do you see
Questions & Answers #1 If you’re familiar with Paul Washer, this Video Series on the Book of Proverbs is unlike anything you’ve seen before. Though it is geared mainly for Young People, it is extremely illuminating and will benefit anyone interested in getting to know the Book better! Each Lesson is about 20-25 Minutes long
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“Every man’s way is right in his own eyes, but the Lord weighs the hearts.” Proverbs 21:2 This is a Very Sobering Verse!!! Why? Consider the word “Every”. It includes all of humanity. Everyone that has ever lived, and that lives now, has this overriding conviction ruling his life! And the scariest part? Most Never
John 1:6-13 A man came, sent from God, whose name was John. He came as a witness to testify about the light so that everyone may believe through him. He himself was not the light, but he came to testify about the light. The true light, who gives light to everyone, was coming into the
“Keeping away from strife is an honor for a man, but any fool will quarrel.” Proverbs 20:3 Here’s some Wisdom for Facebook posters and commenters! As most of you know, during the past few months there has been a flurry of posts and comments that do nothing but stir up strife. Most are done in