by lighthouse | Jun 30, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 18:24 “A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.” Often popularity is envied. Or is having a good close friend that can be trusted, is loyal and can be confided in of more value than many admirers? Solomon is suggesting that one can be a much greater number than many and one can have much more depth than a shallow crowd.
by lighthouse | Jun 29, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 18:15 “The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge; the ears of the wise seek it out.” A person who has a desire to gain both knowledge and wisdom will continually have a mindset to gain both. His/her direction will always be focused on an improved and strengthened way of both thinking and living. This will in turn lead to teaching the same quality of life.
by lighthouse | Jun 28, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 18:13 “He who answers before listening—-that is his folly and his shame.” Our wise God knew He could not create man with 2 mouths and 1 ear. If He had, man would talk constantly and listen rarely. He knew that for man to gain and display wisdom, he must listen much more than he talks. This is an important lesson for us to apply.
by lighthouse | Jun 27, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 18:12 “Before his downfall a man’s heart is proud, but humility comes before honor.” Education, income, position or popularity can be the worst thing a person can attain. These qualities can also be the best things a person can attain. What makes the difference? Humility! The best is to always recognize being a child of God is the greatest honor a person will ever achieve.
by lighthouse | Jun 24, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 18:10 “The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.” The security found through a strong faith and unquestioning loyalty to our Heavenly Father is the most valuable treasure a person can own. All other treasures provide fleeting happiness while a close relationship with our God is a guarantee of eternal comfort. Have a great weekend.
