by lighthouse | Jun 19, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 10:19 “Sin is not ended by multiplying words, but the prudent hold their tongues.” Multiplying words does not multiply results—just the opposite. In a wise person’s mind there is the thought of stating the truth and then allowing that truth to stand as wisdom has been expressed and no more need be said. To babble on completely detracts from wisdom.
by lighthouse | Jun 18, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 10:17 “Whoever heeds discipline shows the way of life, but whoever ignores correction leads others astray.” Discipline gives direction. Without direction life can only be chaotic and orderless. Direction is totally essential if one is to lead a successful life as defined by our Heavenly Father. God is our GPS. But, some choose to drive aimlessly, ignoring what could have been an enjoyable and wonderful trip. Every once in a while we will have a flat tire, but we do know where we are going. Enjoy discipline.
by lighthouse | Jun 17, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 10:14 “The wise store up knowledge, but the mouth of a fool invites ruin.” Have you ever noticed that those who present themselves as authorities with skills and have nothing to back up their supposed authority have no authority or wisdom in their daily lives? In real life I have found this to be commonplace while at the same time those who are humble and unassuming without a false ego are by far the wiser. Humility and wisdom are close companions while a proud mouth, a demanding nature and a lack of wisdom also are common unadmirable companions.
by lighthouse | Jun 14, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 10:11 “The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.” We all have a mouth and therefore have the ability to use it for wisdom or for wickedness. All of us are constantly making that choice, but we are also creatures of habit and therefore we all have to ask—-what is my habit? Is my habit to think and express wisdom and righteousness or….? We pray God gives us a mouth of continual honor. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Jun 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 10:9 “Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but whoever takes crooked paths will be found out.” Each of us has the ability to fool others some of the time. A modern term is manipulation. Wisdom never involves exploiting others. When one tries to deceive another there is always a loss of integrity. On the other hand, when a person constantly prays for wisdom and tries to instill that thinking in others, a much more enjoyable life results and trustful relations are the result.
by lighthouse | Jun 12, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 10:4 “Lazy hands make for poverty, but diligent hands bring wealth. Could anything be more obvious? Yet, out of a population of approximately 333 million in the United States, 65 million are receiving welfare payments. That figure is astronomical. That is roughly 20% of our population–with approx. 1.2 trillion dollars annually going to welfare programs. Some welfare is essential, however; most results from the statement of this passage. On the other side of the coin, honest work and effort bring abundant blessings.
