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Some things smell pretty bad. And then, there is a rotten stench. Just a plain putrid smell. It is disgusting. …
Tag Archives: Proverbs 10
“The more talk, the less truth; the wise measure their words.” ~King Solomon
We all know people who have something to say about everything. Is this me? Is this you? Think about it. …
"Wise men store up knowledge, but the mouth of a fool invites ruin." ~~King Solomon
How do we become wise? As we follow God, seek His ways, listen to Him, we need to store it …
“A good person’s mouth is a clear fountain of wisdom; a foul mouth is a stagnant swamp.” ~~King Solomon
We have all experienced being around someone with a foul mouth. We have all experienced someone whose speech is a …
"Blessings accrue on a good and honest life, but the mouth of the wicked is a dark cave of abuse." ~~King Solomon
It seems conventional wisdom is that there is no reward for a good and honest life. There is the eternal …
"Make hay while the sun shines—that’s smart; go fishing during harvest—that’s stupid." ~~King Solomon
We know this to be true but being disciplined at it can be the challenge. There is a time to …
"God is solid backing to a well-lived life, but he calls into question a shabby performance." ~~King Solomon
There is no “coasting along” in God’s world (Kingdom). God has given us talents. God expects us to live the life He …
“The mouth of a good person is a deep, life-giving well, but the mouth of the wicked is a dark cave of abuse." ~~King Solomon
When we follow God, doing what He wants us to do, our words are His words. God’s words give life. Being …
"Sloth makes you poor; diligence brings wealth." ~~King Solomon
There is nothing like diligently pursuing the work of the day at hand. It is, in fact, honorable to faithfully work. …
"God won’t starve an honest soul, but he frustrates the appetites of the wicked." ~~King Solomon
God wants us to be honest in our core. He will give us wisdom. He will take care of us. …
"Ill-gotten gain gets you nowhere; an honest life is immortal." ~~King Solomon
I saw a news show recently where they spent a significant amount of time essentially making the case that every …
"Wise son, glad father; stupid son, sad mother." ~~King Solomon
Wisdom is so important. When Solomon was asked by God what he wanted, he responded wisdom. To know and understand …
“The road to life is a disciplined life; ignore correction and you’re lost for good.” ~~King Solomon
Discipline is a very important principle in God’s world. God disciplines us for our own good. God is a loving …
“The wealth of the rich is their bastion; the poverty of the indigent is their ruin.” ~~King Solomon
We know how destructive poverty is. We also know about the value of money. Jesus challenges us to be wealthy …
“Good people last—they can’t be moved; the wicked are here today, gone tomorrow.” ~~King Solomon
Jesus came to give us an abundant life. And true to God’s word, we have it in Jesus. God is …
“The wage of a good person is exuberant life; an evil person ends up with nothing but sin.” ~~King Solomon
God’s goal for us is that we be joyful and enthusiastic. When we are good and wise, we have a …
“An empty-head thinks mischief is fun, but a mindful person relishes wisdom.” ~~King Solomon
What do we enjoy beyond anything else? God’s goal is for us to delight in wisdom. We should love wisdom …
“God’s blessing makes life rich; nothing we do can improve on God.” ~~King Solomon
God is God and He is perfect. There is nothing God needs from us. There is nothing we can do …
“You’ll find wisdom on the lips of a person of insight, but the shortsighted needs a slap in the face.” ~~King Solomon
Insight is taking the “long view”. People with insight are wise and are to be listened to intently. Shortsighted people …
“An evasive eye is a sign of trouble ahead, but an open, face-to-face meeting results in peace.” ~~King Solomon
You know there is trouble ahead when someone won’t sit down with you face-to-face and meet with you. Being open …
“The wise accumulate knowledge—a true treasure; know-it-alls talk too much—a sheer waste.” ~~King Solomon
We are all concerned about getting more stuff. There seems to be no end to it. What should we worry …
“Honesty lives confident and carefree, but Shifty is sure to be exposed.” ~~King Solomon
Honesty seems to be hard come by as a moral imperative. We tell white lies and believe that is okay. …
“A wise heart takes orders; an empty head will come unglued.” ~~King Solomon
We live in a world where we must respond to others and take orders. We have bosses, police, parents, teachers …
“A good and honest life is a blessed memorial; a wicked life leaves a rotten stench.” ~~King Solomon
Some things smell pretty bad. And then, there is a rotten stench. Just a plain putrid smell. It is disgusting. …
