by lighthouse | Sep 19, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 26:4 “Do not answer a fool according to his folly, or you will be like him yourself.” Never respond in anger or without thought. A wise person will always be thought provoking and thought seeking. When a fool talks there is no concern for expression of a God instilled mentality with careful thought being expressed. Follow our Teacher and let your words, thoughts and actions display the Christian character God intends you to be. This is a prayer request from Julie:Hi Rick. I hope you are doing well! I’m asking for prayer for Trent, the young man who almost entered your sober home in Hudson. He is drinking so heavily now that he can no longer hold a job and is being evicted on 10/31. My heart is so sad!
by lighthouse | Sep 16, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 26:1 “Like snow in summer or rain in harvest, honor is not fitting for a fool.” The traits or makeup of a faith filled person are consistent. Honor, integrity, wisdom are just a few of the admirable traits that are simply a part of a Christian. These traits are not left behind after a person leaves church or thinks joining the crowd would be more comfortable. Being a faithful child of God is the enjoyable privilege of every person who recognizes the unfathomable love displayed by our Savior as He suffered, died and rose. That unfathomable love dictates our consistent faith filled behavior. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Sep 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 25:28 “Like a city whose walls are broken down is a man who lacks self-control.” The last of the 9 fruits of the Spirit which define the being every Christian strives for is self-control. You and I as adopted children ofour Heavenly Father realize we will fail when we practice pleasures controlled by our own whims and desires. We will fall into a trap which will lead to our own destruction. Each of us need to happily and voluntarily pray that the Holy Spirit direct our every action so that we live wise and honorable lives always glorifying our Savior and never ourselves. That is the conclusion of a successful life.
by lighthouse | Sep 14, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 25:20 “Like one who takes away a garment on a cold day, or like vinegar poured on soda, is one who sings songs to a heavy heart.” Often what a person displays on the outside is not what their heart is feeling on the inside. Life on this earth is full of sadness even though most of the time when asked–how are you–the answer is fine or ok at worst. Almost everyone you meet has issues which are obviously evident or are troubling internally. Especially when a person is hurting, and it is very evident, show that person empathy and understanding. Never ignore a hurting heart.
by lighthouse | Sep 13, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 25:14 “Like clouds and wind without rain is a man who boasts of gifts he does not give.” If a person accumulates stuff as a hoarder, life becomes emptier and emptier, and the pure joy of giving is never realized. Giving, along with sincere appreciation, is one of the gifts in the treasure chest of life. Never sharing makes for a very lonely life and then when life on this earth is over, the question always asked is: who did he/she help? The answer will identify the person’s contentedness level while living.
by lighthouse | Sep 12, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 25:12 “Like an earring of gold or an ornament of fine gold is a wise man’s rebuke to a listening ear.” Gold is the most widely known precious metal on earth. To own gold is to own treasure. Wisdom falls into the same category. To either give wisdom in conversation or to be the recipient and gain wisdom is a joy God graciously gives to His faithful followers.Question—Would you rather receive wisdom or gold? Which has greater value?
