There are three well-known proverbs in this passage of Scripture. They are listed below: Proverbs 16:16 (NKJV) 16 How much better to get wisdom than gold! And to get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver. Proverbs 16:18–19 (NKJV) 18 Pride goes before destruction, And a haughty spirit before a fall. 19 Better to … Continue reading Wisdom is Like Gold! (Proverbs 16:14 – 22)
The Building Blocks of Faith, Part 2
Seeing with the eyes of Faith: Faith eyes, the eyes of Christ, eyes of love. Faith Moments Upon Which to Build Healing (James 5:14 - 16) Deliverance (2 Timothy 3:10 - 11) Salvation (1 Peter 1:8 - 9) Provision (Psalm 37:25 - 26) No sickness can overcome your life No poverty can stop your success … Continue reading The Building Blocks of Faith, Part 2
Be Righteous: God is Watching (Proverbs 16:1 – 13)
16:1 The preparations of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the LORD. 2 All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, But the LORD weighs the spirits. 3 Commit your works to the LORD, And your thoughts will be established. 4 The LORD has … Continue reading Be Righteous: God is Watching (Proverbs 16:1 – 13)
Satisfaction, Relationships, and Judgement (Proverbs 15)
Proverbs 15:1 (NKJV) A soft answer turns away wrath, But a harsh word stirs up anger. This verse speaks of how communication in relationships makes a difference in how one reacts to situations. Proverbs 15:3 (NKJV) The eyes of the LORD are in every place, Keeping watch on the evil and the good. Proverbs 15:11 … Continue reading Satisfaction, Relationships, and Judgement (Proverbs 15)
The Wisdom of a Nation (Proverbs 14:20 – 35)
This passage continues the litany of comparisons between the wise and the evil. 20 The poor man is hated even by his own neighbor, But the rich has many friends. 21 He who despises his neighbor sins; But he who has mercy on the poor, happy is he. 22 Do they not go astray who … Continue reading The Wisdom of a Nation (Proverbs 14:20 – 35)
The Blessings of the Wise (Proverbs 14:1 – 19)
This passage of Proverbs again compares the differing ways that wisdom and foolishness produce results in life. The opening comparison shows how a wise woman builds, but a foolish woman pulls down. The upright fears the Lord, and the perverse despise God. More comparisons involve punishment v. preservation, lies v. truth, knowledge v. ignorance, understanding … Continue reading The Blessings of the Wise (Proverbs 14:1 – 19)
Prosperity and Waste (Proverbs 13:10 – 25)
This passage deals with the evils of pride, dishonesty, unfaithfulness, rejection of correction, evil acts, foolish living, and bad parenting. The famous line, "24 He who spares his rod hates his son, But he who loves him disciplines him promptly," is found in this passage. The basic concepts found in this passage make it clear … Continue reading Prosperity and Waste (Proverbs 13:10 – 25)
The Building Blocks of Faith (Hebrews 11:1)
Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Knowledge Ephesians 4:13 till we all come to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to a perfect man, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ; 14 that we … Continue reading The Building Blocks of Faith (Hebrews 11:1)
A Wise Son (Proverbs 13:1 – 9)
1 A wise son heeds his father’s instruction, But a scoffer does not listen to rebuke. 2 A man shall eat well by the fruit of his mouth, But the soul of the unfaithful feeds on violence. 3 He who guards his mouth preserves his life, But he who opens wide his lips shall have … Continue reading A Wise Son (Proverbs 13:1 – 9)
Wisdom Wins! (Proverbs 12)
The writer gives the reader numerous comparisons between the plight of the wise versus the plight of the wicked. 1 Whoever loves instruction loves knowledge, But he who hates correction is stupid. 2 A good man obtains favor from the Lord, But a man of wicked intentions He will condemn. 3 A man is not … Continue reading Wisdom Wins! (Proverbs 12)
Devoted To You 