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Tag Archives: Proverbs
Wisdom 14.12
“There is a way that seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death.” – Proverbs 14:12 NIV At the end of it all, our opinions about “what’s right” will be irrelevant. Polling data, legal rulings, … Continue reading
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Wisdom 13.20
“He who walks with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm.” – Proverbs 13:20 NIV Over time, peers can influence our values, hopes, and dreams. The ideas and suggestions most often discussed around us will eventually … Continue reading
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Wisdom 13.10
“By pride comes nothing but strife, but with the well-advised is wisdom.” – Proverbs 13:10 NKJV Prudent decisions rarely come from knee-jerk reactions. Shallow-minded peer-pressure is always plentiful, but counsel that lines up with biblical principles is the one to … Continue reading
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Wisdom 12.25
“Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs it down, but a good word cheers it up.” – Proverbs 12:25 HCSB An encouraging comment from a friend or a random compliment from a stranger can positively change someone’s day; and that friend … Continue reading
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Wisdom 11.11
“A city is built up by the blessing of the upright, but it is torn down by the mouth of the wicked.” – Proverbs 11:11 HCSB Never underestimate the power of your presence. There’s a sphere of influence that goes … Continue reading
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Wisdom 11.1
“Dishonest scales are detestable to the Lord, but an accurate weight is His delight.” – Proverbs 11:1 HCSB Decisions made while no one is looking is a true measure of someone’s integrity and a life of honesty is a worthy … Continue reading
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Wisdom 10.28
“The hope of the righteous will be gladness, but the expectation of the wicked will perish.” – Proverbs 10:28 NKJV A believer has many reasons to expect a better future, and hope connected to the things of God produces an … Continue reading
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Wisdom 10.19
“When words are many, sin is not absent, but he who holds his tongue is wise.” – Proverbs 10:19 NIV While the attention may go to those making the most noise, disciplined words speak of maturity and Christlikeness. The growing disciple knows … Continue reading
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Wisdom 10.9
“He who walks with integrity walks securely, but he who perverts his ways will become known.” – Proverbs 10:9 NKJV Finding sure steps on tricky terrain can be tough; but the Word sheds light on the path to reveal the … Continue reading
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Wisdom 6.16
“The Lord hates six things; in fact, seven are detestable to Him: arrogant eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that plots wicked schemes, feet eager to run to evil, a lying witness who gives false … Continue reading
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A Word Fitly Spoken
Who needs you today? As Paul was building on his statement to be “living sacrifices”, he mentioned this: “Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep.” – Romans 12:15 NKJV So who needs you today? You have the … Continue reading
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Wisdom 5.21
“For the ways of a man are before the eyes of the Lord, and He watches all his paths.” – Proverbs 5:21 NASB There is no secret life before the Lord. All we do, think or imagine is an open … Continue reading
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Wisdom 4.23
“Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” – Proverbs 4:23 NIV The enemy is always scattering seeds of doubt, fear, anger, lust, jealousy (and other things) that aren’t of the Lord. The battle to … Continue reading
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Wisdom 3.19
“The Lord by wisdom founded the earth; by understanding He established the heavens; by His knowledge the depths were broken up, and clouds drop down the dew. My son, let them not depart from your eyes-keep sound wisdom and discretion; … Continue reading
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Wisdom 3.5
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” – Proverbs 3:5-6 NKJV Is your confidence built exclusively on the Lord, or … Continue reading
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Wisdom 3.3
“Let not mercy and truth forsake you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart, and so find favor and high esteem in the sight of God and man.” – Proverbs 3:3-4 NKJV Is God’s … Continue reading
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Wisdom 2.10
“When wisdom enters your heart, and knowledge is pleasant to your soul, discretion will preserve you; understanding will keep you.” – Proverbs 2:10-11 NKJV What place is allocated for the Lord’s words in your heart? Is it a prominent, easy-to-reach location, … Continue reading
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Wisdom 2.6
Who sets the boundaries of your steps? Along the path of life there are many voices speaking their version of “truth”. One of the common calls from the shadows is the phrase, “Follow your heart.” That may sound like wise … Continue reading
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Wisdom 25.28
“Whoever has no rule over his own spirit is like a city broken down, without walls.” – Proverbs 25:28 NKJV A “life without walls” is one on the defense, never at rest, and prone to impulsive responses. However, one marked … Continue reading
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Wisdom 24.3
“A house is built by wisdom, and it is established by understanding; by knowledge the rooms are filled with every precious and beautiful treasure.” – Proverbs 24:3 HCSB In biblical terms, your “house” is more than a physical dwelling, it … Continue reading
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