by lighthouse | Apr 19, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 12:23 “A prudent man keeps his knowledge to himself, but the heart of fools blurts out folly.” It is very common for a person who wants to appear knowledgeable expose his ignorance by instructing a person who is accomplished while the accomplished quietly listens. One would think the opposite to be true, but as Solomon explains, it is not. Always learn from the knowledgeable, hopefully wise person, whether that person be male or female.
by lighthouse | Apr 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 12:23 “The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in men who are truthful.” One cannot help but think reading this passage—what is truth? We listen to our God’s words and apply the simple truth–do not lie. In America we live in a land of freedom and opportunity. There are many contradictory thoughts of truth. Religions profess truth yet are very different in their truths. God, our Magnificent God, inspired Solomon to write this passage just like He inspired others to write and the result is His Bible. That is the source of truth. Always refer to God’s Truth and your foundation is solid truth and you will never be fooled.
by lighthouse | Apr 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 12:18 “Reckless words pierce like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.” Words are tools. Tools have an intended purpose. However, the tool chest of words can encourage, devastate, heal or damage depending on how they are either spoken or received. When our Savior said—It is finished—the entire world listened and those 3 words affect all of us even today. Those 3 amazing words seal our salvation. Jesus chose those words carefully and purposefully. Can you and I learn from our Teacher the mighty power of words? Definitely! Choose and use your words carefully and with purpose. Have a blessed Good Friday-Easter weekend.
by lighthouse | Apr 14, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 12:16 “A fool shows annoyance at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult.” Regret can be guaranteed when anger becomes the ruler. Calmness will always generate a solution when wisdom is applied. We all have a choice in all circumstances–will anger or will calm dominate. The outcome will be determined by our decision. Which would you rather work with—an angry impetuous mentality or a wise calm mentality.
by lighthouse | Apr 13, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 12:8 “A man is praised according to his wisdom, but men with warped minds are despised.” Whenever the word —but — is used in a sentence or in conversation you know what follows is very likely to be not good. Solomon writes—possessing wisdom is a great blessing—BUT—just the opposite is terrible. Isn’t praying for wisdom to be a daily part of our prayer life? BUT—-do we all pray that prayer?
by lighthouse | Apr 12, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 12:5 “The plans of the righteous are just, but the advice of the wicked is deceitful.” We all from time to time look for advice. We might go to professionally educated and trained if the situation demands that type of advice. We might go to friends or acquaintances if the situation requires that type of advice. You make a decision on the value of the advice based on the value of the wisdom of the person you are asking. Be a person who people come to for advice because of the value of your character and wisdom.
by lighthouse | Apr 11, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 12:3 “A man cannot be established through wickedness, but the righteous cannot be uprooted.” The best and most secure way to live is to have a solid faith, a firm conviction and a faithful, secure relationship with your God. With those 3 personal traits one’s life will be rooted in strength and success. Study your Bible and be blessed. Grow in the wonderful relationship your Savior lived, died and rose for.
by lighthouse | Apr 8, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 12:1 “Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates correction is stupid.” Think of this: anyone who hates correction loves being wrong—and loving being wrong because you do not want to be corrected is as stupid as stupid gets. Isn’t it wise to listen, learn and apply wise thinking to one’s life? Solomon’s inspired wisdom is useful, practical and applicable. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Apr 7, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 11:28 “Whoever trusts in his riches will fail, but the righteous will thrive like a green leaf.” Faith in our Redeemer Savior fills you with a wealth that is beyond measure. Earthly comforts are certainly welcome but Solomon, the wealthiest man in the world in his time and possibly even now, knew the meager value of stuff. You and I thrive only through the love of our Heavenly Father. Treasure that beyond valuable treasure chest.
by lighthouse | Apr 6, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 11:25 “A generous man will prosper; he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed.” God does nothing without purpose. Without question, you are blessed by God. We learn an extremely valuable lesson with this thought: Live your life with purpose–God’s purpose and bless others with the blessings you have so bountifully been given. Remember—-your blessings are not just monetary—your blessings are time, talent and treasure. Bless others with all 3.
by lighthouse | Apr 5, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 11:24 “One man gives freely, yet gains even more, another withholds unduly, but comes to poverty.” Have you ever seen or heard of a happy hoarder? Never. Solomon’s wisdom knows how God thinks. God rewards heartfelt generosity. Success certainly includes helping others. The joy of life is helping others and walking humbly with your God. Gaining for yourself as your goal will lead you to an inner life of poverty. Enriching others and serving your Savior will create a life of rich contentment and joy. The choice is yours and mine.
by lighthouse | Apr 4, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 11:23 “The desire of the righteous ends only in good, but the hope of the wicked only in wrath.” I am sure you have contemplated the thought—-why am I living this life, what is my purpose and how do I accomplish my purpose? If your conclusion has been: to gain for myself, excel in what I do and enjoy life to the fullest—-you will leave this earth thinking: is that all there is? However, if your thinking is: I live to use all the talent I have been blessed with, I live to serve my Savior wherever He places me and I will live to encourage my fellow man and help him/her understand their purpose, your life will have a richness and contentedness no amount of wealth can buy and you will leave this world peacefully thinking: Praise God, from whom all blessings flow.
