by lighthouse | Jan 22, 2025 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 31:8a “Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves…” This simple, short passage speaks volumes. Millions of children die annually because their cries are not heard. Many women later regret their abortion and are forgiven and can live in peace, but you and I have to lovingly speak up so these precious little ones have a voice. Thank you to all of you who do speak up.
by lighthouse | Jan 21, 2025 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 30:7-9 “Two things I ask of you, Lord; do not refuse me before I die; Keep falsehood and lies far from me; give me neither poverty nor riches, but give me only my daily bread. Otherwise, I may have too much and disown you and say, ‘Who is the Lord?’ Or I may become poor and steal, and so dishonor the name of my God.” Disadvantages of wealth or poverty. Advantages of leading a God pleasing and purposeful life. That is the life our Heavenly Father wants us to live. And since that is the life He wants us to live–that is certainly the life we want to live also.
by lighthouse | Jan 20, 2025 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 30:5 “Every word of God is flawless; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him.” Here is a philosophical question–can you or I understand perfection? If we could we would understand our God’s love for each of us. We would understand–God is love. We would understand His direction in leading a 100% God-fearing life. We would understand the importance of diligently reading/studying His precious Word for therein lies absolute truth. Our Savior can be nothing other than flawless–let’s play follow the Leader.
by lighthouse | Jan 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 19:26 “Many seek an audience with a ruler, but it is from the Lord that one gets justice.” Fame and fortune are admired by many or there is at least a desire to hang out with those who have gained fame and fortune. That natural human desire is the opposite of every wise person’s desire. Fame and fortune disappear very quickly while God’s knowledge and wisdom last not only a lifetime, but through all eternity. We all make a choice—very temporary or for all eternity. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Jan 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 29:25 “Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.” Two very strong emotions: 1-Fear 1-Trust. We always have a choice. The correct choice couldn’t be more obvious. So then, why do we choose (at times) fear? Because our human nature steps in and we allow weakness to reign over strength. You and I have to continually pray for Strength–Trust is our Strength 💪 while fear is our weakness. Heavenly Father, always let Your Strength reign in my life!
by lighthouse | Jan 15, 2025 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 29:23 “Pride brings a person low, but the lowly in spirit gain honor.” Pride is owned by a person who actually has nothing else than self-esteem. That type of person is always looking at his own accomplishments and making little of other’s accomplishments– eventually losing the respect he/she craves from others. Therefore, pride will not take too long and downfall results. Humility is the only trait owned by a very strong character.
by lighthouse | Jan 14, 2025 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 29:20 “Do you see someone who speaks in haste? There is more hope for a fool than for them.” Listen carefully. Analyze carefully. Look for a calm response. Impetuous behavior will never result in a successful outcome. Always think wisdom. Accept responsibility and remember who you represent. Your life will assume a calm and who doesn’t want that?
by lighthouse | Jan 13, 2025 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 29:18 “Where there is no revelation, people cast off restraint; but blessed is the one who heeds wisdom’s instruction.” This seems like a difficult verse to understand but it expresses a simple very important thought: When God’s Word is ignored chaos and self-pleasure reign supreme and people become lost looking only for pleasure. However, when people are wise and have a relationship with the True God, contentedness and true success are the prize. So, live always searching or live always blessed. Simple choice.
by lighthouse | Jan 10, 2025 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 29:17 “Discipline your children, and they will give you peace; they will bring you the delights you desire.” Our human nature suggests just the opposite of this passage. We sometimes think–give freedom, let the child express him/herself and they will grow up with a flourishing mentality. God tells us the opposite–discipline your child with love and they will learn self-control, contentedness and their lives will be much richer than growing up in chaos. Which is our guide–God or our human nature? My brother-in-law went to be with his Savior yesterday. Please pray for peace and contentedness for my sister and his children and grandchildren. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Jan 9, 2025 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 29:11 “Fools bring full vent to their rage, but the wise bring calm in the end.” The book of Proverbs, written about 3000 years ago, is as true today as it was when it was written. A fool never changes and a wise person continues to have the same traits as in the past. Chaos has always been and will always be in the life of a person who lives without the contented relationship one could have with their Heavenly Father and calm and peace reign when a wise person has a tight relationship with their Savior. Your and my choice.
by lighthouse | Jan 8, 2025 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 29:1 “Whoever remains stiff-necked after many rebukes will suddenly be destroyed—without remedy.” God is only so patient. Eventually His patience ends. You and I are only so patient. This thought is weighed with God’s everlasting love and your and my forgiving seventy times seven. God’s grace is life long, but He can shorten lives when disobedience reigns. Listen, learn and live as He demands. Rest in your Savior’s arms. Develop a tight relationship with your Heavenly Father.
by lighthouse | Jan 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 28:27 “Those who give to the poor will lack nothing, but those who close their eyes to them receive many curses.” One of the traits of a faithful child of God is generosity. All Christian churches only exist because of generosity. Christian nonprofit organizations exist only because of generosity. You and I are continually asked to donate to either organizations or to individuals and we respond with generosity. Because of this God promises He will bless each of us. You and I are told to give, we do and are blessed. Continue to pray for a generous heart.
