Even a child makes himself known by his acts, by whether his conduct is pure and upright. Proverbs 20:11 Do you always practice what you preach? Even unintentionally, our actions can sometimes let us down. At times the guilt is felt immediately after we’ve done something and other times there is a short delay before… Continue reading Proper Conduct
Tag: Proverbs
Truth and Lies
Proverbs 30:5 Every word of God proves true; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him. In a world full of mistrust, fake news, slander, rumours and gossip, it is reassuring to have a firm and sure foundation on which to build our faith. God’s word is true and it is upon… Continue reading Truth and Lies
Reflections
Proverbs 27:19 As in water face reflects face, so the heart of man reflects the man. If the eyes are the windows of the soul then the mouth is the doorway of the heart. The things that we see and hear create feelings and emotions within our heart. The more intense the emotion is, the… Continue reading Reflections
Nothing Hidden
Proverbs 20:27 The spirit of man is the lamp of the Lord, searching all his innermost parts. There is a lot of ourselves that we keep locked away from others. Hidden thoughts and desires, whether recent or past, that we don’t want known. Maybe it is from embarrassment, maybe from shame, a past indiscretion that… Continue reading Nothing Hidden
Life Plan
Proverbs 16:3 Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established. Have you ever found yourself in the middle of organising a big party, an event or function and you start to feel a bit overwhelmed? You are chatting to someone and they ask how the plans are going and you’re thinking… Continue reading Life Plan
Heed Instruction
Proverbs 10:17 Whoever heeds instruction is on the path to life, but he who rejects reproof leads others astray. As young Christians we blindly accept all we are taught and why wouldn’t we? We all need guidance when we start off in this new life. Reading and following the bible can seem like a daunting… Continue reading Heed Instruction
Laws of Nature
Proverbs 8:23-25 Ages ago I was set up, at the first, before the beginning of the earth. When there were no depths I was brought forth… before the mountains had been shaped. Wisdom is truth, wisdom is righteous, wisdom is justice. If you want to understand the importance of wisdom, read the whole of Proverbs… Continue reading Laws of Nature
Wicked Ways
Proverbs 6:16-19 There are six things that the Lord hates, seven that are an abomination to him: We run toward those things that God loves, the qualities and attributes that He wants to see in His children. We strive to show love and kindness, to have respect and concern for one another, and to embrace… Continue reading Wicked Ways
Trust
Proverbs 3:5-8 Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. This is one of my favourite Proverbs and it’s among the first verses that I ever memorised. The word that stood out for me… Continue reading Trust
Seek Wisdom
Proverbs 2 For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding (v6). Solomon understood the immense benefits and the value of seeking the wisdom of God. He instructs us to be attentive to wisdom, turn our hearts to understanding and to call out for insight (v2,3). We are to seek it out… Continue reading Seek Wisdom