by lighthouse | Oct 31, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 21:25 “The craving of a sluggard will be the death of him, because his hands refuse to work.” Solomon, in the Scripture he was inspired to write, always expressed truth in an interesting and thoughtful manner. He didn’t simply say–lazy people live and die poor. He could have, but God wanted you and me to think. What are the carefully written, meaningful words? Craving–sluggard–death–hands–refuse. The explanation gives a perfect description and understanding just like the rest of Scripture.
by lighthouse | Oct 30, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 21:23 “Those who guard their mouths and their tongues keep themselves from calamity.” Without an intentional formation of sounds and the shaping of the tongue words could not be spoken. However, with intentional use of the tongue and sound a person can express thought. Now, using the mouth and tongue, one can speak to their own detriment or can speak to honor God, themselves and/ or their fellow mankind. We choose how we make use of these two instruments. Let’s all be wise in our choices.
by lighthouse | Oct 29, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 21:21 “Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor.” There is nothing lackadaisical about the word pursue. God’s intended purpose for each of us is to, with all our heart, seek and find Him. We never pursue with an attitude of—oh, well, maybe, I don’t know—rather, we pursue with a 100% success mentality. Conclusion? Pursue God’s intended purpose for your life and reap wonderful rewards.
by lighthouse | Oct 28, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 21:20 “The wise store up choice food and olive oil, but fools gulp theirs down.” Interesting statistic: Almost 80% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck. Another: Almost 30% of Americans have zero savings.Another: About 80% of Americans have credit card debt. Solomon classifies these Americans very uncomplimentary. With very minor changes in money management these American statistics could easily change. Foolish thinking can certainly change into wise thinking. What category are you or I in?
by lighthouse | Oct 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 21:17 “Whoever loves pleasure will become poor; whoever loves wine and olive oil will never be rich.” The pleasures of this world can easily blind many to lead a life seeking the supposed pleasures of life. And why not? Isn’t that what living life is all about? Our Father tells us that is not only foolish thinking—it is extremely detrimental thinking. That thinking will lead to a life of depression and a craving always for more. To live with comfort and peace is to crave a life of the wisdom and knowledge found in obedience to our God. That is the only way to experience the joy and peace of truly living life. Have a great weekend.
