Proverbs 28:1–8 (NKJV) 1 The wicked flee when no one pursues, But the righteous are bold as a lion. 2 Because of the transgression of a land, many are its princes; But by a man of understanding and knowledge Right will be prolonged. 3 A poor man who oppresses the poor Is like a driving … Continue reading Bold as a Lion
Words Matter
Proverbs 25:9–18 (NKJV)9 Debate your case with your neighbor,And do not disclose the secret to another;10 Lest he who hears it expose your shame,And your reputation be ruined.11 A word fitly spoken is like apples of goldIn settings of silver.12 Like an earring of gold and an ornament of fine goldIs a wise rebuker to … Continue reading Words Matter
A Good Name
Proverbs 22:1–8 (NKJV) 1 A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, Loving favor rather than silver and gold. 2 The rich and the poor have this in common, The Lord is the maker of them all. 3 A prudent man foresees evil and hides himself, But the simple pass on and are punished. 4 … Continue reading A Good Name
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
Promoted From Within (Exodus 6:14-27)
A brief beginning of a genealogy of the children of Israel gets stopped in the middle of listing the descendants of Levi, the priestly clan of the Children of Israel. You see the immediate descendants of Levi, leading all the way down to Aaron and Moses. After naming Aaron's sons, who would also be priests, … Continue reading Promoted From Within (Exodus 6:14-27)