by lighthouse | May 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 14:11 “The house of the wicked will be destroyed, but the tent of the upright will flourish.” If you were guaranteed a successful life with rich blessings and a contentment so you could live a joyful and relaxed life, wouldn’t you be foolish to say no to such a life? Well, what do I have to do to enjoy such a life?
by lighthouse | May 2, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 14:8 “The wisdom of the prudent is to give thought to their ways, but the folly of fools is deception.” We all need to carefully think before we speak. It is always, without exception, always good to listen carefully to another person’s words and then to evaluate the meaning intended of those words before offering a response. An impetuous or impulsive response will never produce the wisdom gained and spoken through careful and wise listening.
by lighthouse | Apr 29, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 13:24 “He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is careful to discipline him.” A loving parent, a loving friend, a loving mentor will always lovingly teach, direct or train the person being led. Without discipline success will not happen. Control over one’s life is essential for order and is certainly necessary for leading a God pleasing life. Discipline is key to morality, contentedness and happiness. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Apr 28, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 13:20 “He who walks with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm.” I am sure you have heard the expression–you are what you eat. How about the thought—you are who you hang out with? It is impossible to become wise if you hang with those with foolish or detrimental thinking. Your mental, physical and spiritual health will take a giant hit. Hang out with the mentally, physically and spiritually wise and your life will take giant steps of gaining wisdom.
by lighthouse | Apr 27, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 13:11 “Dishonest money dwindles away, but he who gathers money little by little makes it grow” Averages can be meaningless, but they can also be interesting. Well over half of American families have no savings and live from paycheck to paycheck. God never says what % of your income you should save, but He does say to save and you will develop a financial safety net. Common advise suggests having 6 months to a year of expenses saved. That safety net will not happen instantly, but little by little it certainly will. Over 2300 Bible passages talk about money and 11 0f Jesus’ 39 parables refer to finances while teaching other important lessons.
by lighthouse | Apr 26, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 13:10 Pride only breeds quarrels, but wisdom is found in those who take advise.” A wise person always carefully listens and then comes to a conclusion as to the worthiness of the words spoken. A wise person will never stubbornly defend a position and take a bullying attitude only defending a prideful mentality. Wisdom listens and evaluates.
