by lighthouse | Aug 7, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 15:7 “The lips of the wise spread knowledge, but the hearts of fools are not upright.” Humble confidence should be a character trait of every Christian. That character trait should be evident so others conclude—I want that too and how do I get it? How? Open one’s heart and allow God to enter. Study Scripture and let God’s grace stabilize a person’s live so peace and hope thrive. There is nothing better. There is no greater treasure.
by lighthouse | Aug 6, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 15:6 “The house of the righteous contains great treasure, but the income of the wicked brings ruin.” Is your house 1000 square feet with no garage or 10,000 square feet with a 5 stall heated garage? Neither guarantee contentedness or happiness. How about your investment accounts or lack of them? How about your position on the ladder of “success”? How about your relationship with your Heavenly Father? That absolutely matters! Living and knowing the grace of our Heavenly Father is the greatest treasure possible—if you have it–you couldn’t be more blessed. Enjoy!!
by lighthouse | Aug 5, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 15:4 “The soothing tongue is a tree of life, but a perverse tongue crushes the spirit.” Your or my intent when speaking should never be to crush but to teach. Discipline is essential but humiliating accomplishes nothing positive for a person. Therefore, while truth is essential it must be partnered with an understanding of purpose for the wisdom being expressed.
by lighthouse | Aug 2, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 15:3 “The eyes of the Lord are everywhere, keeping watch on the wicked and the good.” I am in trouble—God is watching me all the time. I am in a constant state of protection—God is watching me all the time. Would we rather have God leave us every once in a while so we can be on our own? That would be a tragic mistake. God watches over me 100% of the time–nothing could be better. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Aug 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 15:2 “The tongue of the wise adorns knowledge, but the mouth of the fool gushes folly.” Always carefully think before you speak. When we just speak with no careful thought prior to expressing ourselves we betray ourselves and any display of sound character. We never want to be classified as a fool; and we won’t be if we think before we speak.
by lighthouse | Jul 31, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 15:1 “A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” Always have self control because if one doesn’t there will be regretful words which will hurt both the person speaking and the person spoken to. If one is angry, the best thing to do is nothing. Wait, maybe even wait for a long period of time, maybe never respond because a person out of control will remain out of control and regrets are the only result.
by lighthouse | Jul 30, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 14:34 “Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin condemns any people.” The introductory ceremony of the Olympics could not have been more depraved. God was mocked. Why would anyone intentionally make such an introduction while the outstanding athletes are about to compete after much long hard work? At times man is as deprived as deprived gets. Fortunately, there was also a large group who sang and gave glory to our Creator. So, as usual mankind produced a faithful honor to God by some and a dishonor by others. The question is: where do you and I stand?
by lighthouse | Jul 29, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 14:32 “When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down, but even in death the righteous seek refuge in God.” Because of sin life on earth is a struggle. There are only two ways to handle the struggles: Become depressed, anxious, run and suffer deeper consequences living with regrets or realize life on earth is full of struggles but God is by our side either holding our hand or carrying each of us. One relies on our selves, the other relies on our Savior. The wiser is without question relying on our Savior.
by lighthouse | Jul 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 14:31 “Whoever oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors God.” Honoring God–what a privilege! Helping the needy is not an obligation—it is a privilege. How can we deny those who honestly ask for our help? In turn, those who are needy have a responsibility to be appreciative. We all should serve our Maker however we are able. The reward? The privilege of honoring God. Blessings always follow.
by lighthouse | Jul 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 14:30 “A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.” Jealousy will always produce an unending desire for more. A lack of satisfaction never allows peace in a person’s life. We, as faithful Christians, have to live life always making our top priority in serving our Heavenly Father and blessings follow. In trying to always attain more there is never a contentedness.
by lighthouse | Jul 24, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 14:29 “Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick tempered displays folly.” Our greatest Teacher could easily rid the world of those who deny Him, question Him, place others above Him, or ignore Him. Yet, He teaches you and me patience by allowing time for all to come to know Him. If God practices patience, wisdom certainly dictates we follow His example.
by lighthouse | Jul 23, 2024 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 14:27 “The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, turning a person from the snares of death.” Our lives are full of activities. Our schedules are bursting. Our weekdays, our evenings, our weekends, rarely allow time for the one activity we all need. How much of our lives do we concentrate on the one activity which is the most important time of our lives? How much time do we devote to our Savior? If we truly believe our God is our everything, our life, certainly we should devote time to Him.
