Photo by EKATERINA BOLOVTSOVA on Pexels.com "A false witness will not go unpunished, and whoever pours out lies will not go free."Proverbs 19:5 NIV Boy do we wish this was a passage that clearly describes all legal systems in the world. More often than not, we see false witnesses (and false accusers) walk away with little to … Continue reading Proverbs 19 – The Judge
Proverbs 18 – Man Caves and She-Sheds
"The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe."Proverbs 18:10 NIV Did you ever have a club house or a treehouse when you were a kid? Maybe you still do. I've heard of "Man Caves" and also more recently "She-Sheds" when people can unwind and enjoy things like video games … Continue reading Proverbs 18 – Man Caves and She-Sheds
Proverbs 17 – Peaceful dried-out bread
Better a dry crust with peace and quiet than a house full of feasting, with strife.Proverbs 17:1 NIV Have you ever tried to eat and enjoy a meal when you know the people you eat with are mad at each other or you. Or perhaps you are mad at them. Either way this verse reminds … Continue reading Proverbs 17 – Peaceful dried-out bread
Proverbs 16 – Abuse of power
Kings detest wrongdoing, for a throne is established through righteousness.Proverbs 16:12 NIV If you’ve study enough history you’ll see a pattern where historical events truly repeat themselves. Kings, heads of state, governmental leaders are dethroned when they join in on wrong doing. That is to say when they Lord their power over their subjects, abuse … Continue reading Proverbs 16 – Abuse of power
Proverbs 15 – Don’t Hulk Out
“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.”Proverbs 15:1 NIV Thanks again for joining me. It’s encouraging to know that I’m not the only one getting somethings out of the Proverbs this month. I think the sheer relatability of the wisdom contained in Proverbs is why I like it so … Continue reading Proverbs 15 – Don’t Hulk Out
Proverbs 14 – “I know just how you feel!”
“Each heart knows its own bitterness, and no one else can share its joy.”Proverbs 14:10 NIV In the middle of your grief, stress, sadness, has some well meaning person ever said to you “I know just how you feel” ? I believe most people are trying to help, but they don’t understand how damaging and … Continue reading Proverbs 14 – “I know just how you feel!”
Proverbs 13 – Isn’t it ironic?
“Whoever scorns instruction will pay for it, but whoever respects a command is rewarded.”Proverbs 13:13 NIV Thanks for joining me for today’s devotional thought. You know that one song “Ironic?” There is a line in there that says “it’s the good advice that you just didn’t take.” Well we could debate what the real definition … Continue reading Proverbs 13 – Isn’t it ironic?
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
Proverbs 11 – Scales and Snouts
Today we have a two-fer! Here are two different verses and my thoughts to go with them. “The Lord detests dishonest scales, but accurate weights find favor with him.”Proverbs 11:1 NIV I think many of us have stepped onto a scale, either at home or at the Doctor’s office and thought, “this scale’s not right…it … Continue reading Proverbs 11 – Scales and Snouts
Proverbs 10 – Speaking Life or Death?
11 The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.12 Hatred stirs up conflict, but love covers over all wrongs.Proverbs 10:11-12 NIV Many of the sayings you will find in this chapter of Proverbs are "one-offs." They kind of stand alone, little bite sized pieces of wisdom. These two can … Continue reading Proverbs 10 – Speaking Life or Death?
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