PROVERB OF THE WEEK

August 27, 2016 (Proverbs 13:3)

“He who guards his lips guards his life, but he who speaks rashly will come to ruin” (Prov 13:3). This is a godly admonition which a great many of us are prone to ignore at times. It is a common inclination for a person to be careless in speech in any number of ways, and … Continue reading

August 21, 2015 (Proverbs 12:23)

“A prudent man keeps his knowledge to himself, but the heart of fools blurts out folly” (Prov 12:23).  There are times in life when the Lord reveals His plans using means which are personally intimate as through either dreams or visions if not simply with a word of knowledge. It requires a degree of prudence … Continue reading

August 14, 2015 (Proverbs 12:4)

“An excellent wife is the crown of her husband, but she who causes shame is like rottenness in his bones” (Prov 12:4). The absolute truth of this parable has been borne out over the years in all societies around the world. No more important relationship in life exists than that entered into by marriage except … Continue reading

August 7, 2016 (Proverbs 12:1)

“Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates correction is stupid” (Prov 12:1). For three decades since a deliverance from bondage of substance abuse, it’s been my joy and privilege to have an opportunity to serve others struggling with addiction. In many instances, their response has been identical to mine for a long time, … Continue reading

July 31, 2016 (Proverbs 11:24,25)

“One man gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds unduly, but comes to poverty. A generous man will prosper; he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed” (Prov 11:24,25). It is a fundamental biblical principle that God does not bless one solely for self-indulgent enjoyment. Many are the teachings which amplify this principle, including … Continue reading

July 24, 2016 (Proverbs 11:4)

“Wealth is worthless in the day of wrath, but righteousness delivers from death” (Prov 11:4). With Adam’s disobedience, the enemy of our soul was handed authority over all of the kingdoms of the world as clearly indicated in Scripture when Jesus was being tempted in the wilderness prior to beginning ministry. Satan showed Jesus all … Continue reading

July 17, 2016 (Proverbs 11:22)

“As a ring of gold in a swine’s snout, so is a lovely woman who lacks discretion” (Prov 11:22).  God is telling us that just as putting a gold ring in the snout of a pig which is quite content wallowing around in the mud, so the outward beauty of a woman does nothing to … Continue reading

July 10, 2016 (Proverbs 10:19)

“When words are many, sin is not absent,  but he who holds his tongue is wise”  (Prov 10:19).  This proverb will be dealt with briefly as it is a subject not received by most to whom it most aptly applies. The warning issued here to those who would live righteously does not merely concern the … Continue reading

July 3, 2016 (Proverbs 9:7,8)

“Whoever corrects a mocker invites insult; whoever rebukes a wicked man incurs abuse. Do not rebuke a mocker or he will hate you; rebuke a wise man and he will love you” (Prov 9:7,8). The Wisdom of God always desires to call out lovingly to the lost in need of God’s favor using those who … Continue reading

June 26, 2015 (Proverbs 8:35,36)

“For whoever finds me finds life and obtains favor from the LORD, but he who sins against me wrongs his own soul; all those who hate me love death” (Prov 8:35,36). In this chapter as elsewhere in the book of Proverbs, God makes reference to Himself as Wisdom which simply implies approaching all of life … Continue reading