Monthly Archives: July 2012

21 Fear the Lord and the king,   my son,     and do not join with rebellious officials, 22 for those two will send sudden destruction   on them,     and who knows what calamities they can bring? Submit to … Continue reading →

19 Do not fret   because of evildoers     or be envious of the wicked, 20 for the evildoer has no future hope,     and the lamp of the wicked will be snuffed out.  Proverbs 24:19, 20  It Will End … Continue reading →

17 Do not gloat when your enemy falls;     when they stumble, do not let your heart rejoice, 18 or the Lord will see and disapprove     and turn his wrath away from them. Talking Smack As long as it’s … Continue reading →

15 Do not lurk like a thief near the house of the righteous,     do not plunder their dwelling place; 16 for though the righteous fall seven times, they rise again,     but the wicked stumble when calamity strikes. You … Continue reading →

13 Eat honey, my son, for it is good;     honey from the comb is sweet to your taste. 14 Know also that wisdom is like honey for you:     If you find it, there is a future hope for … Continue reading →

10 If you falter in a time of trouble,     how small is your strength! 11 Rescue those being led away to death;     hold back those staggering toward slaughter. 12 If you say, “But we knew nothing about this,” … Continue reading →

Wisdom is too high for fools;     in the assembly at the gate they must not open their mouths.  God and Local Politics A person who does not know God is less likely to have something truly constructive to offer … Continue reading →

The wise prevail through great power,     and those who have knowledge muster their strength. 6 Surely you need guidance to wage war,     and victory is won through many advisers.  God, The Ultimate Weapon Wisdom is the pursuit of … Continue reading →

3 By wisdom a house is built,     and through understanding it is established; 4 through knowledge its rooms are filled     with rare and beautiful treasures.  Building Houses     Questions What kind of house building do you think … Continue reading →