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~ “God’s wisdom is something mysterious that goes deep into the interior of his purposes.” ~Apostle Paul

Tag Archives: Wise Sayings

“Exalt Yahweh with me, and let’s exalt His name together.” ~King David

May 29, 2023

King David knows what it is like to be in some tough places. He spent much of his life in …

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Do we find our strength in God?

May 27, 2023

There is a lot to know in life. As it turns out, most of them aren’t critical. They do not …

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“Wait for Yahweh; be strong and let your heart take courage; wait for Yahweh!” ~King David

May 21, 2023

Today is a day to persevere and stay on track with God. Jesus challenges me to pick up my cross …

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“The friendship of Yahweh is for those who fear him, and he makes known to them his covenant.” ~King David

May 19, 2023

Jesus calls me to maturity and to be a friend. It is my obedience and worship of God that leads …

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“Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight.” ~King David

May 17, 2023

There are all types of ways I miss God’s goal for my life (sin). Some are just plain stupid. As …

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Do we know the first thing about tomorrow?

May 2, 2023

There are a few things I know. God has been good to give me that knowledge. There are many things …

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“This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins.” ~Apostle John

April 20, 2023

When we think of leaders, how often do we think of love and truth? That should become our normal criteria. …

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Do we have zeal for God’s service? Does it consume us?

April 18, 2023

Zeal can be defined as “focused desire, characterized by passion and commitment.” The Bible often describes God and His followers …

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“Teach me, Yahweh, the way of your statutes; and I will keep it to the end.” ~King David

April 1, 2023

  Why this is important: There is a lot to be said for staying the course with God. He certainly …

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“The precepts of Yahweh [the Lord] are right, rejoicing the heart.” ~King David

March 31, 2023

I can count on God. God sees the whole picture and pulls it all together for me. I rely on …

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“Commit your work to Yahweh [the Lord], and your plans will be established.” ~King Solomon

March 21, 2023

I love to plan. It is a passion of mine. It is comforting to me. It provides me the illusion …

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“My son, keep your father’s commandment, and forsake not your mother’s teaching.” ~King Solomon

March 15, 2023

I am an extremely fortunate man. My earthly father gave me excellent advice. I don’t know if he saw that …

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Does the victory belong to Jesus?

March 10, 2023

I have been thinking about this lately. I should prepare. That is an exceptionally good thing. But I have no …

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“To make an apt answer is a joy to a man, and a word in season, how good it is!” ~King Solomon

March 4, 2023

God’s goal for us is that our conversations are pleasant. Arguing and fights aren’t what he has in mind. Love …

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Is God gracious and in a good mood?

March 2, 2023

God is gracious. It is all God, through his son Jesus, and not anything I do. God gives His grace …

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“It is better to take refuge in Yahweh [the Lord] than to trust in man.” ~King David

February 27, 2023

Who do I trust? When I need help, who do I call? If I need some money to get me …

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Will God’s consolations cheer our souls?

February 25, 2023

I get scared. I am upset. I get beside myself and lose it. It happens. It is not pleasant. I …

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“Give ear to my words, Yahweh; consider my groaning.” ~King David

February 25, 2023

King David, in his wisdom, pleads for God to pay attention. David knows he isn’t making any sense. I know …

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What is the role of prayer in battling depression?

February 18, 2023

There are times I am in the dumps. It happens. It is not always pretty but it is true. God …

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“With my whole heart I seek you; let me not wander from your commandments!” ~King David

February 16, 2023

It is so easy to become distracted. King David knew that so very well. I am thinking it is even …

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“The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance …” ~King Solomon

February 15, 2023

God has a goal in mind for me. Am I ready? Have I prepared? Will I be up to the …

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“I bless Yahweh who gives me counsel; in the night also, my heart instructs me.” ~King David

February 12, 2023

God’s good word to us is constant. There are no ups and downs with his love. The message of Jesus …

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“A good man will be filled with the fruit of his ways.” ~King David

January 30, 2023

There is such a thing as tit for tat. Being mean gets you meanness in return. While Jesus teaches us …

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Who will show us some good? Lift up the light of your face upon us, Yahweh (O Lord!)” ~King David

January 21, 2023

Jesus, the Messiah, challenges us to change our minds (repent). Do we need more, or do we have more than …

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“Yahweh takes pleasure in his people; he adorns the humble with salvation.” ~King David

January 20, 2023

We have amazing news. This is not trivial. This is beyond good. This is great. God is in a good …

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“It is an honor for a man to keep aloof from strife, but every fool will be quarreling.” ~King Solomon

January 19, 2023

Confession time: I get into arguments sometimes. Not pleasant to admit but it is true. God’s goal for me is …

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“From the fruit of his mouth a man eats what is good, but the desire of the treacherous is for violence.” ~King Solomon

January 9, 2023

Wisdom suggests that we have conversations that are helpful. That starts with what is in our heart, continues with what …

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Can we have a pure heart?

December 18, 2022

God spends a lot of time talking about the heart. God longs for me to have His heart. That is what …

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“The king’s heart is a stream of water in the hand of Yahweh; he turns it wherever he will.” ~King Solomon

November 22, 2022

Sometimes my thoughts wander off when I am praying and meditating. They move away to my “agenda” and what I …

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“Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid. ” ~King Solomon

November 15, 2022

The first thing is cultivating a love of learning. To be wise means we need to grow. It is not …

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“Do not move an ancient landmark or enter the fields of the fatherless,  for their Redeemer [Advocate] is strong; he will plead their cause against you.” ~King Solomon

November 14, 2022

Why this is important: God cares for the poor, the widow, the orphan, the homeless, the sick, those in jail; …

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“Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.” ~King Solomon

October 12, 2022

Why this is important: Conventional wisdom is that there is no reward for a good and honest life.  There is …

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What does King David want to know?

October 8, 2022

King David asks God a great question. David talks with God all the time and he asks God a lot …

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Does God know how difficult this is?

September 24, 2022

Hope is a big deal. Faith is essential. These are important foundations in the Kingdom of God. With King David, …

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“Let those who delight in my righteousness shout for joy and be glad and say evermore, “Great is Yahweh, who delights in the welfare of his servant!” ~King David

September 16, 2022

I have something to shout about. I have family and friends that want the best for me. They really do. …

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“Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin!” ~King David

September 15, 2022

God’s love never fails. It just does not stop. We see Him some days through our own eyes, and we …

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“Delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” ~King David

September 13, 2022

God has a goal for us. God wants us to spend time with him. God wants us to keep company …

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“Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring.” ~King David

September 9, 2022

Oh, how we love to plan. We worship our to do lists. Some of us even put things on them …

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“The mouth of the righteous brings forth wisdom, but the perverse tongue will be cut off.” ~King Solomon

August 30, 2022

We have all experienced being around someone with a foul mouth. We have all experienced someone whose speech is a …

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Are we willing to cry aloud to God?

August 10, 2022

Why this is important: My enemy (Satan) enjoys mocking me. He gets so much pleasure from it. It is fun and …

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“Arise, O Lord! Save me, O my God!” ~King David

July 22, 2022

King David had real enemies and he was a warrior for GOD. He knew GOD was the only one who …

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“The precepts of Yahweh [the Lord] are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of Yahweh [the Lord] is pure, enlightening the eyes.” ~King David

June 30, 2022

Joy is something we all long for but that often seems difficult to grab hold of. Experiencing joy should be …

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“The man who cannot control himself becomes absurd when he wants to rule over others.” ~Isaac Arama

May 27, 2022

I don’t like to get in trouble. I do get in trouble even though I don’t like it. Usually, it …

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“Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the law of the Lord!” ~King David

May 25, 2022

It is one thing to start on the journey with God, but it is completely another to finish and stay …

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How does wisdom start?

April 28, 2022

I start with Jesus. I must. That is where wisdom starts. This verse teaches that the fear of God is …

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“The counsel of Yahweh [the Lord] stands forever, the plans of his heart to all generations.” ~King David

April 27, 2022

Why this is important: David knows a lot about God’s plan for countries and kingdoms. We can plan and scheme …

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“Whoever loves money never has money enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with his income” ~King Solomon

April 10, 2022

The main thing: We must be careful. Materialistic seduction can happen. We live in America and that is clear. If …

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“With my lips I declare all the rules of your mouth.” ~King David

April 7, 2022

God wants us to say it. Say it aloud. Say it to ourselves. Say it to others. God, through King …

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“My steps have held fast to your paths; my feet have not slipped.” ~King David

March 11, 2022

With regard to the works of man, by the word of your lips I have avoided the ways of the …

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How do we incline our heart to understanding?

February 18, 2022

My son, if you receive my words and treasure up my commandments with you, making your ear attentive to wisdom …

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“The terror of a king is like the growling of a lion; whoever provokes him to anger forfeits his life.” ~King Solomon

February 4, 2022

  The terror of a king is like the growling of a lion; whoever provokes him to anger forfeits his life. …

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“Sin is any failure to conform to the moral law of God in act, attitude, or nature.” ~Wayne Grudem

January 9, 2022

  God made my life complete when I placed all the pieces before him. When I got my act together,  he gave …

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“With my whole heart I seek you; let me not wander from your commandments!” ~King David

December 30, 2021

God says a lot. He has given us lots to think about. God’s wisdom is the key to our life, every …

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“God has made everything beautiful in its time.” ~King Solomon

December 21, 2021

It is all good. God has His plan. God is going to do it. I need to listen, talk with Him …

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“The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.” ~King Solomon

December 11, 2021

The main thing: When we follow God, doing what He wants us to do, our words are His words. God’s words …

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“Hatred stirs up strife, but love covers all offenses.” ~King Solomon

November 30, 2021

  Fighting too much? Arguing too often? What can I do? God calls us to love. God’s main goal for …

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“Your steadfast love, Yahweh [O Lord], extends to the heavens, your faithfulness to the clouds.” ~King David

November 18, 2021

God has nothing but love in mind for us. It is exquisite. God’s love for us is amazing. God is …

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“Go to the ant, O sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise.” ~King Solomon

November 5, 2021

A sluggard is habitually lazy or inactive. Such a person does not take personal responsibility for his own life. The …

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Can we hide from God?

October 27, 2021

I am an open book to our heavenly Father. He knows everything I am going to say before I even …

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Is a good life like a fruit bearing tree?

September 24, 2021

Why it is important: When we live the life, God has intended for us, it is like a tree that …

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Have we been made free by the truth?

September 22, 2021

We all know people who have something to say about everything. Is this me? Is this you? Think about it. …

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What happens when we ignore discipline in our lives?

September 12, 2021

Discipline is a very important principle in God’s world. God disciplines us for our own good. God is a loving …

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Are we trying to impress others?

July 4, 2021

Here is something for me to assess. Am I being pretentious? Am I pretending and showing off what I have …

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Is an evasive eye is a sign of trouble ahead?

June 3, 2021

What matters the most: You know there is trouble ahead when someone won’t sit down with you face-to-face and meet …

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If good people barely make it, what’s in store for the bad?

December 26, 2020

Why it matters to Jesus: Jesus is straight with us. The way is not easy. He says it over and over. …

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Is good character a great insurance policy?

November 6, 2020

Good character is important. Doing the right thing, God’s thing, makes all the difference. Solomon’s dad understood that following what …

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What is God’s goal for our hearts?

August 22, 2020

It is God’s goal for us to align our hearts with our words in a way that is acceptable to …

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What do I want from God? What should I ask for?

June 28, 2020

God offered Solomon anything he wanted. He could have anything at all. Now that is amazing. What did Solomon want? …

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Am I a student of good?

June 26, 2020

There are many things we can be students of. Seeking good is God’s goal for us. God wants us to …

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Am I a loafer and lazybone?

June 8, 2020

This is a stunning insight from Solomon. God’s goal for us is that we work. Work is Godly. Work is …

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Is my grandeur to forgive and forget?

June 7, 2020

I need to learn how to hold my tongue. Easier said than done some days. Someone says something and off …

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Can I really escape God?

June 1, 2020

Ever heard of Francis Thompson? Young guy, drop out, drug addict, drifter, sometime homeless. Eventually diseased and dead at 48. …

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Should I beg God?

May 16, 2020

Jesus said, “Everyone who asks (begs) receives …” Sometimes it takes a lot for us to ask. We think we …

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Jesus brings calm into our lives. Jesus brings peace. Jesus drives out the darkness. 

May 10, 2020

I remember as a child not wanting to sleep in the dark. There were monsters in the closet and under …

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What is God’s message to us today?

May 7, 2020

This is both prophecy about Jesus and also a message to us as God’s children. Our God is a living, …

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“If I’m sleepless at midnight, I spend the hours in grateful reflection.” ~King David

April 18, 2020

Some nights I don’t sleep as well as I would like. How do I use the time? Worrying? Tossing and …

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“Ignorant zeal is worthless; haste makes waste.” ~King Solomon

April 9, 2020

Am I confused with trying to be fast rather than being correct? God is patient. God is not in a …

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“Love to you, Lord God! You pay a fair wage for a good day’s work!” ~King David

March 28, 2020

I hear this clearly. I can count on God. My strength comes straight from God. It is not of my …

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“Create in me a clean heart, O God, And renew a steadfast spirit within me.” ~King David

March 23, 2020

I must have a pure heart. Jesus is clear on that. I can’t see God without a pure heart. Is …

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“For You are great and do wondrous deeds; You alone are God.” ~King David

March 22, 2020

I am constantly amazed and stunned at how good God is and beautiful His works are. He has done wonderful …

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“Wise men and women are always learning, always listening for fresh insights.” ~King Solomon

March 19, 2020

How can I become wise? That is an essential question. I need to figure it out. King Solomon was the …

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Will I be devoted to a dead life? Am I a stump, dead and rotting?

March 5, 2020

I want to live a life that is flourishing. I really do. I can’t do it on my own though. …

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“God, listen to me shout, bend an ear to my prayer.” ~King David

February 24, 2020

I call on God. I plead with God to listen to me. I don’t just whisper. I shout it out …

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“Have no fear of sudden disaster or of the ruin that overtakes the wicked, for the MASTER will be your confidence and will keep your foot from being snared” ~King Solomon

February 19, 2020

Am I ready to be bold and have confidence when I approach Jesus in prayer? Jesus is my great high …

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“A meal of bread and water in contented peace is better than a banquet spiced with quarrels” ~King Solomon

February 14, 2020

There is something about enjoying a peaceful meal. It can be alone or with families and friends. I come away …

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“Give us help for the hard task; human help is worthless. In God we’ll do our very best; he’ll flatten the opposition for good.” ~ King David

February 3, 2020

I love it when friends help. It is always a blessing. But there is always a limit to what can …

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“With the pure You show Yourself pure, and with the crooked You show Yourself astute.” ~King David

January 26, 2020

God is pure and holy. There is nothing about God that is false at all. There is no evil in …

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“God made everything with a place and purpose; even the wicked are included—but for judgment.” ~King Solomon

January 25, 2020

I can take comfort in the fact that God has made everything. It has all been planned out. God has …

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“Strong God, I’m watching you do it, I can always count on you — God, my dependable love.” ~King David

January 16, 2020

Some days I get in a heap of trouble. My enemies are after me. King David had that in spades. …

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“Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.” ~King David

January 15, 2020

I want to have a pure heart. If my heart is pure, I will see God. I want a heart …

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“Knowledge flows like spring water from the wise; fools are leaky faucets, dripping nonsense.” ~King Solomon

January 9, 2020

God is gracious and kind to us. He gives wisdom and knowledge. It is lack turning on the faucet. Once …

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“Do you really speak righteously, you mighty ones? Do you judge people fairly?” ~King David

December 28, 2019

God is looking for righteous leaders. I want leaders who know how to speak righteously and know what justice means. …

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“Lady Wisdom builds a lovely home; Sir Fool comes along and tears it down brick by brick.” ~King Solomon

December 20, 2019

Wisdom in an amazing character trait. I want more of it. I need more of it. God is in a …

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“I’m ready, God, so ready, ready from head to toe, ready to sing, ready to raise a tune.” ~King David

December 10, 2019

King David is being chased by Saul. He is hiding in a cave. He is in a very tough spot. …

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“Intelligent children listen to their parents; foolish children do their own thing.” ~King Solomon

December 2, 2019

I learned this the hard way with my dad. There was a period of time I thought he was an …

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“God, you did everything you promised, and I’m thanking you with all my heart.” ~King David

November 21, 2019

God is very faithful and loyal. God does everything He promises. I can count on that. My job is to …

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“Better to be poor and honest than a rich person no one can trust.” ~King Solomon

November 11, 2019

The pursuit of possessions and wealth and a preoccupation with physical things is futile and dissatisfying. Materialism is defined as “the …

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“Dignify those who are down on their luck; you’ll feel good — that’s what God does.” ~King David

October 23, 2019

God has given me a job. It is straightforward. There are lots of people down on their luck. My job …

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 “A woman of gentle grace gets respect, but men of rough violence grab for loot.” ~King Solomon

October 16, 2019

I am called to gentle and humble. Jesus is clear with me that I should meek. I should look to …

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“God, for your sake, help me! Use your influence to clear me. Listen, God—I’m desperate. Don’t be too busy to hear me.” ~King David

October 3, 2019

I am desperate some days. I don’t see a way out. God doesn’t seem to care. What should I do? …

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