Christmas reflects God’s heart

Proverbs 27:19 “As water reflects the face, so one’s life reflects the heart.” You have never and will never look at any reflection of yourself in water or in a mirror and see someone else.  Your words, thoughts and actions are a reflection of that unique person–you.  Have a pure and loving heart.  Our God is our example as there cannot be a more loving heart than our God’s who sent His one and only Son to save you and me.  There is no greater love.  We celebrate Christmas for no other reason–don’t let the world ever fool you. Merry Christmas to you all! 

What is meant?

Proverbs 27:17 “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” Your, as a Christian, thrive with friends who enjoy a close relationship with their Heavenly Father.  Weakness and insecurities come when friends travel in the same boat together of —who knows—thinking.  I know is a foundation of bedrock which followers of the true God enjoy.  Share that foundation and enjoy life and the comfort and hope only found in Jesus.  (We celebrate His birth very soon.)

The value of friendship

Proverbs 27:9 “Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart, and the pleasantness springs from their heartfelt advise.” Even though life on this earth can be frustrating and full of trouble, yet there are very pleasant times.  Conversation with a friend is one of those pleasant times.  Exchanging ideas, helping each other reach decisions and just living with each other’s company are pleasant experiences enjoyed as we live on this earth.  Enjoy life with your wise friends. Have a great weekend.

Self praise-not good

Proverbs 27:2 “Let someone else praise you, and not your own mouth; an outsider and not your own lips.” It is an honor to hear others say-well done–.  It will be an ultimate honor when your Heavenly Father says to you–well done–.  When one says these two words to or about oneself, honor is lost, misplaced personal pride reigns and humility (a great personal trait) is nowhere to be seen. 

Engaging in conversation

Proverbs 26:4 “Do not answer a fool according to his folly, or you yourself will be just like him.” You and I are to be wise in all our conversation.  To follow a fool’s conversation would be just the opposite and would profit no one.  This Proverb is the same as all the other Proverbs which ask the underlying question—who do you and I represent in all we do?  There should never be a gap in our character or representation.

Control yourself

Proverbs 25:28 “Like a city whose walls are broken through is a person who lacks self-control.” Wild chaos is the only result when a person loses control of their actions.  Self-control is essential at all times even when a person is being mistreated.  Levelheaded thinking will win no matter the situation.  Always be calm remembering who you represent.