by lighthouse | Feb 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 3:28 “Do not say to your neighbor, ‘Come back later; I’ll give it tomorrow’–when you now have it with you.'” Well, I have to think about it, I might be taken advantage of—–is the excuse given when help is needed and asked for. When a person needs help–help. If you are taken advantage of–so be it. God will bless you with much more–and who knows—you might be serving an angel!
by lighthouse | Feb 11, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 3:25-26 “Have no fear of sudden disaster or of the ruin that overtakes the wicked, for the Lord will be your confidence and will keep your foot from being snared.” Fear is a straight jacket. It is a constant harness which restricts a person’s life and rules every activity so enjoyment is totally lost. The fear of death is overwhelming to most, but it (death) is a gateway to eternal happiness for every Christian. With a strong faith and the practice of seeking wisdom, fear becomes an unwelcome 4 letter word. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Feb 10, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 3:13-15 “Blessed is the man who finds wisdom, the man who gains understanding, for she is more profitable than silver and yields better returns than gold. She is more precious than rubies; nothing you desire can compare with her.” We all seem to be affected by earthly wealth. The homes and incomes of the “stars” make headlines. We totally honor the wrong people for the wrong reasons. Earthly wealth is so very short lived. Wisdom not only awards a person with a wealth which exceeds the stuff of this life, but it guarantees an eternity of joy with loved ones which includes our Savior. Pray for wisdom.
by lighthouse | Feb 9, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 3:11-12 “My son, do not despise the Lord’s discipline and do not resent his rebuke, because the Lord disciplines those he loves as a father the son he delights in.” Without discipline only chaos is the result. God is not talking about brutality or any kind of cruelness. Love always dominates. A child loves order and stability, as do you and I. Discipline without loving concern is not God’s discipline as it should not be yours or mine. Correction, guidance, and instruction all lead to stability and success in life. Why would we want anything less?
by lighthouse | Feb 8, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 3:9-10 “Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops; then your barns will be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine.” Many of us think the more we hoard the more we gain; whereas just the opposite is true. Generosity and blessing are twins. When one is generous blessing follows. When blessing happens generosity follows. Follow your God nature and your life will thrive; follow your human nature and you will struggle.
