mattangell Proverbs

Proverbs 12 – I Pity the Fool

“Fools show their annoyance at once, but the prudent overlook an insult.”Proverbs 12:16 NIV We have met this person before. In some cases we have been this person. Proverbs frequently juxtaposes two lifestyles: foolish and wise. The foolish person in this verse is one who flies off the handle, reacts emotionally and spouts “their annoyance.” … Continue reading Proverbs 12 – I Pity the Fool

mattangell Christian Living, humilty, Proverbs, Uncategorized

Proverbs 1 – Comeuppance

31 Days of Proverbs Devotional Reading 10 My son, if sinful men entice you,    do not give in to them.11 If they say, “Come along with us;    let’s lie in wait for innocent blood,    let’s ambush some harmless soul;12 let’s swallow them alive, like the grave,    and whole, like those who go down to the pit;13 we will get all sorts of valuable things    and fill our houses … Continue reading Proverbs 1 – Comeuppance

mattangell Christian Living, Proverbs

Proverbs 31 – “Mama Said”

31 days of scripture and devotional thoughts 1 The sayings of King Lemuel—an inspired utterance his mother taught him.2 Listen, my son! Listen, son of my womb!    Listen, my son, the answer to my prayers!3 Do not spend your strength on women,    your vigor on those who ruin kings.4 It is not for kings, Lemuel—    it is not for kings to drink wine,    not for … Continue reading Proverbs 31 – “Mama Said”