by lighthouse | May 16, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 15:1 “A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” If one’s intent is to persuade or help another person understand– kindness, calm, with a caring manner must always dominate. Anything else will not only accomplish nothing, but it will also produce anger and a very distant relationship.
by lighthouse | May 13, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 14:34 “Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people.” Republican, Democrat or Independent–which is the party which will lead our country to a secure relationship with God? Our country turns inward and me has become the most important person with my rights and opinions dominating thought. Homosexuality, abortion, same sex marriage etc. are hot topics with heated debates centering around me thoughts, while totally ignoring God thoughts. Can such a nation not only survive but thrive. Only can a nation survive and thrive which places God as the Ruler of thought and actions. If not, the second half of this passage will sadly result. These are our Almighty God’s words.
by lighthouse | May 12, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 14:32 “When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down, but even in death the righteous have a refuge.” The seeming worst that can happen to any person is that they die. That is seemingly the worst calamity every person must face. That seeming truth is absolutely false for a child of God. The seeming greatest calamity is a gateway to eternal/never ending happiness. Does an unbeliever understand this truth? Unfortunately, no. Those who rest in Jesus’ arms rest in peace in both life and at the end of life when Home life begins.
by lighthouse | May 11, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 14:31 “He who oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors God.” This passage does not say God makes some poor and some not poor. This passage does say God is the Creator of body and soul and some individuals will not have as much in the form of earthly goods as others. Those who have more, out of honoring their Creator need to share their blessings and that sharing or helping honors God. Who of us does not want to honor our Creator?
by lighthouse | May 10, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 14:30 “A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.” Jealousy never has nor will in the past, present or future accomplished anything positive. Jealousy–rots the bones–what could be more descriptive? To be content, to use your God given talents, to walk with your Savior at your side–what a pleasure it is to live such a life.
