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July 21, 2009

A Delighted Parent

A Delighted Parent… “The father of a righteous man has great joy; he who has a wise son delights in him.” Proverbs 23:24 Parents who love Jesus are delighted in their sons and daughters who love Jesus. There is a profound pleasure that occurs when parents can enjoy the fruit of their faithful parenting. Wise [...]

July 20, 2009

The Right Path

The Right Path… “Listen my son, and be wise, and keep your heart on the right path.” Proverbs 23:19 There is a right path that leads to life, and there is a wrong path that leads to death. The right path does not envy sinners, but is zealous for the fear of the Lord (v.17). [...]

July 15, 2009

Waste of Time

Waste of Time… “Do not speak to a fool, for he will scorn the wisdom of your words.” Proverbs 23:9 Some people do not regard wise words as worthy of attention. On the contrary, they may even scorn the wisdom of your words. They are intimidated by truth. Why the foolish frame truth as an [...]

July 14, 2009

Responsible Eating

Responsible Eating… “When you sit down with a ruler; note well what is before you, and put a knife to your throat if you are given to gluttony. Do not crave his delicacies, for that food is deceptive.” Proverbs 23:1-3 Responsible eating is a good indicator of responsible living. When you show discipline around the [...]

July 13, 2009

Audience With Influencers

Audience With Influencers… “Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will serve before kings; he will not serve before obscure men.” Proverbs 22:29 Are you developing you God-given gifts? Are you sharpening your skills as a responsible steward? You have everything you need to become what Christ intends for your life, but [...]

July 10, 2009

Respect The Elderly

Respect The Elderly… “Rise in the presence of the aged, show respect for the elderly and revere your God. I am the Lord.” Leviticus 19:32 Years can bring improvement in decision-making, perspective, understanding of people and our intimacy with God and those closest to us. The elderly represent a plethora of wisdom waiting to be [...]

July 3, 2009

Authentic Independence

Authentic Independence… “For the LORD your God will bless you as he has promised, and you will lend to many nations but will borrow from none. You will rule over many nations but none will rule over you”. Deuteronomy 15:6 The independence of a nation erodes under the heavy load of debt. Just like with [...]

July 1, 2009

Easily Angered

Easily Angered… “Do not make friends with a hot-tempered man, do not associate with one easily angered”. Proverbs 22:4 What’s behind a short-fused temper? Why do some people fly off in a rage for ridiculous reasons? Anger is insidious when it’s instigated by the trivial, and it transgresses against the Lord for lack of trust. [...]

June 30, 2009

Humor Helps

Humor Helps… “A cheerful disposition is good for your health; gloom and doom leave you bone-tired.” Proverbs 17:22 The Message Humor is like a shock absorber for your soul. ‘A person without a sense of humor is like a wagon without springs, jolted by every pebble on the road.’ Humor is heaven’s helpmate to get [...]

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