by lighthouse | Oct 14, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 29:17 “Discipline your son, and he will bring you peace; he will bring delight to your soul.” All of us have seen emotional support dogs. If the dog offers true emotional support, it has been highly trained. If it is a dog which is an untrained dog it is not only a nuisance to the owner, but also the same to everyone he is around. Which would you rather be in the presence of? The same truth applies to us and our children. Loving discipline is essential to healthy living. The rewards of such discipline are wonderfully obedient and faithful children. God applies that same thought as He raises us. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Oct 13, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 29:11 “A fool gives full vent to his anger, but a wise man keeps himself under control.” There is always a calm which surrounds a person who enjoys living with the thoughtful understanding of the value of God given wisdom. Being smart and being wise are two totally different characteristics. A fool can be smart, but a fool can never be wise. Wisdom demands an extremely close relationship with one’s Heavenly Father. You and I should continually live to attain both wisdom and an active walk side by side with our Heavenly Father.
by lighthouse | Oct 12, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 29:3a “A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father…” Isn’t it interesting that the most precious commodity you have is an intangible? That one commodity affects all the rest. Without possessing this one intangible, all tangible things become sinking sand, but possessing this one tangible all else becomes of value. With the possession of this one intangible, wisdom, life itself becomes so precious and all else is orderly and gains purpose. Pray for and live with wisdom. You will bring joy and purpose to others.
by lighthouse | Oct 11, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 28:25 “A greedy men stirs up dissension, but he who trusts in the Lord will prosper.” Our Heavenly Father’s promises never fail. That statement instills such a trust in our God that if you and I rely on Him, our life on this earth is guaranteed as successful. We have to not only recognize our trust in our God, but also teach that trust to our children and grandchildren.
by lighthouse | Oct 10, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 28:23 “He who rebukes a man will in the end gain more favor than he who has a flattering tongue.” An initial reaction to discipline is often rebellion and a dislike for the corrective words. Our human nature does not enjoy discipline, just the opposite. Given time, however, there is a lesson learned and the recipient of the discipline realizes his error and becomes a better person. Ignoring an issue or condoning where correction is needed will have shown the opposite of wisdom and loss would be the only result.
by lighthouse | Oct 7, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 28:21 “To show partiality is not good—yet a man will do wrong for a piece of bread.” Can you or I be bribed? That is, will either of us cheat or lie or gossip or curse or steal (just a little item) or …the list is endless, yet we all fall guilty and fail for such little pleasures. Our author says–for a slice of bread, meaning, for so little satisfaction. You and I must always be on our guard that we never betray our Heavenly Father no matter the seeming tiny earthly reward. Obedience is far more important than teenie earthly pleasure. Have a great weekend.
