Proverbs 19:18–29 (NKJV) 18 Chasten your son while there is hope, And do not set your heart on his destruction. 19 A man of great wrath will suffer punishment; For if you rescue him, you will have to do it again. 20 Listen to counsel and receive instruction, That you may be wise in your latter days. 21 There are many … Continue reading Discipline
Wisdom for Life
Proverbs 19:8–17 (NKJV) 8 He who gets wisdom loves his own soul; He who keeps understanding will find good. 9 A false witness will not go unpunished, And he who speaks lies shall perish. 10 Luxury is not fitting for a fool, Much less for a servant to rule over princes. 11 The discretion of … Continue reading Wisdom for Life
The Poor and the Wealthy
Proverbs 19:1–7 (NKJV) 19:1 Better is the poor who walks in his integrity Than one who is perverse in his lips, and is a fool. 2 Also it is not good for a soul to be without knowledge, And he sins who hastens with his feet. 3 The foolishness of a man twists his way, And his heart … Continue reading The Poor and the Wealthy
A Strong Tower
Proverbs 18:10–24 (NKJV) 10 The name of the Lord is a strong tower; The righteous run to it and are safe. 11 The rich man’s wealth is his strong city, And like a high wall in his own esteem. 12 Before destruction the heart of a man is haughty, And before honor is humility. 13 He who answers a matter before … Continue reading A Strong Tower
Isolation, Individualism, and Indiscretion
Proverbs 18:1 - 9 (NKJV) 1 A man who isolates himself seeks his own desire; He rages against all wise judgment. 2 A fool has no delight in understanding, But in expressing his own heart. 3 When the wicked comes, contempt comes also; And with dishonor comes reproach. 4 The words of a man’s mouth are deep waters; The … Continue reading Isolation, Individualism, and Indiscretion
Holiness Unto the Lord (Zechariah 14:20–21, NKJV)
Zechariah 14:20–21 (NKJV) 20 In that day “HOLINESS TO THE LORD” shall be engraved on the bells of the horses. The pots in the Lord’s house shall be like the bowls before the altar. 21 Yes, every pot in Jerusalem and Judah shall be holiness to the Lord of hosts. Everyone who sacrifices shall come and take … Continue reading Holiness Unto the Lord (Zechariah 14:20–21, NKJV)
The Lot of the Simple (Proverbs 17:18 – 28)
18 A man devoid of understanding shakes hands in a pledge, And becomes surety for his friend. 19 He who loves transgression loves strife, And he who exalts his gate seeks destruction. 20 He who has a deceitful heart finds no good, And he who has a perverse tongue falls into evil. 21 He who begets … Continue reading The Lot of the Simple (Proverbs 17:18 – 28)
Love/Hate Relationships (Proverbs 17:9 – 17)
This passage is not so much about specific love/hate relationships as it is about ways people deal with one another that demonstrate either loving, compassionate actions, or else hateful or damaging actions. Either way, they describe ways that individuals deal with one another in the days of Solomon and today. 9 He who covers … Continue reading Love/Hate Relationships (Proverbs 17:9 – 17)
Wise Family Life (Proverbs 17:1 – 8)
1 Better is a dry morsel with quietness, Than a house full of feasting with strife. 2 A wise servant will rule over a son who causes shame, And will share an inheritance among the brothers. 3 The refining pot is for silver and the furnace for gold, But the LORD tests the hearts. 4 … Continue reading Wise Family Life (Proverbs 17:1 – 8)
Every Decision is From the Lord (Proverbs 16:23 – 33)
23 The heart of the wise teaches his mouth, And adds learning to his lips. 24 Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, Sweetness to the soul and health to the bones. 25 There is a way that seems right to a man, But its end is the way of death. 26 The person who labors, … Continue reading Every Decision is From the Lord (Proverbs 16:23 – 33)
Devoted To You 