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Tag Archives: Proverbs
Wisdom 22.2
“The rich and the poor have this in common, the LORD is the maker of them all.” – Proverbs 22:2 NKJV Society has always labeled people. Terms like rich, poor, famous, common, etc. have been used for centuries, but we’re … Continue reading
Wisdom 21.23
“Whoever guards his mouth and tongue, keeps his soul from troubles.” – Proverbs 21:23 NKJV Words spoken tend to live-on even after an apology, and some thoughts need time to mature before being revealed (or discarded). May our words be … Continue reading
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Wisdom 21.3
“To do righteousness and justice is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice.” – Proverbs 21:3 NKJV The “right thing” isn’t always recognized by the crowd. We must remember that choosing righteousness and justice is ultimately in service to Him, … Continue reading
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Wisdom 20.29
“The glory of young men is their strength, and the splendor of old men is their gray hair.” – Proverbs 20:29 HCSB How a society views its elder population reveals much of its spiritual condition. May we in the church … Continue reading
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Wisdom 19.21
“Many plans are in a man’s heart, but the LORD’s decree will stand.” – Proverbs 19:21 HCSB There’s an old saying among carpenters, “Measure twice, cut once.” because once a cut is made, it can’t be undone. Perhaps it’s a … Continue reading
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Wisdom 18.10
“The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.” -Proverbs 18:10 NKJV In ancient times, a “tower” was where people knew to go for security and provisions during an attack. As the … Continue reading
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Wisdom 16.32
“Patience is better than power, and controlling one’s temper, than capturing a city.” – Proverbs 16:32 HCSB All power is a temporary arrangement which ultimately yields to God’s sovereignty. Even the most authoritative rulers eventually succumb to death, which ends … Continue reading
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Wisdom 16.31
“The silver-haired head is a crown of glory, if it is found in the way of righteousness.” – Proverbs 16:31 NKJV Age doesn’t automatically produce wisdom, but experience can be a great teacher to those who learn from mistakes. The … Continue reading
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Wisdom 16.25
“There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death.” – Proverbs 16:25 NKJV Be careful what you base your standards on. If we simply construct our own “ethical code”, we’ll set … Continue reading
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Wisdom 16.18
“Pride comes before destruction, and an arrogant spirit before a fall. Better to be lowly of spirit with the humble than to divide plunder with the proud.” – Proverbs 16:18-19 HCSB Pride is a peculiar ailment. While easily identified by … Continue reading
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Wisdom 16.2
“All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, but the LORD weighs the spirits.” – Proverbs 16:2 NKJV Regardless of what popular culture considers acceptable, the Lord looks beyond actions to the motives of the heart. … Continue reading
Wisdom’s Prayer
“The ear that hears the rebukes of life will abide among the wise. He who disdains instruction despises his own soul, but he who heeds rebuke gets understanding. The fear of the Lord is the instruction of wisdom, and before … Continue reading
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Wisdom 15.16
“Better is a little with the fear of the Lord, than great treasure with trouble.” – Proverbs 15:16 NKJV Peace that comes from abiding in God’s presence is more valuable than the deceptive promises of worldly things. It also generates … Continue reading
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Wisdom 14.26
“In the fear of the Lord there is strong confidence, and His children will have a place of refuge. The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, to turn one away from the snares of death.” – Proverbs … Continue reading
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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 13.10
“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, and if we’re not careful, self-centered thoughts and peer-pressure can affect our judgment. Counsel that lines up … Continue reading
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Wisdom 11.14
“Where there is no counsel, the people fall; but in the multitude of counselors there is safety.” – Proverbs 11:14 NKJV Seeking counsel is wise, and the quality of the counselor determines the value of the conversation, however, all opinions … 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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Opportunity
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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