Lost for Christ
“He who learns from instruction and correction is on the [right] path of life [and for others his example is a path toward wisdom and blessing], But he...
Category: Life
Labor Required!
“The rich man’s wealth is his fortress; The ruin of the poor is their poverty. 16The wages of the righteous [the upright, those in right standing with...
Gain or Pain?
“On the lips of the discerning, [skillful and godly] wisdom is found, But discipline and the rod are for the back of the one who is without common...
I Deserve It!
“Hatred stirs up strife, But love covers and overwhelms all transgressions [forgiving and overlooking another’s faults]. 13On the lips of the discerning, [skillful and godly] wisdom is found, But discipline and the...
It’s My Fault!
“The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life and his words of wisdom are a source of blessing, But the mouth of the wicked conceals violence and evil. 12Hatred...
Learn Sense!
“He who [maliciously] winks the eye [of evil intent] causes trouble; And the babbling fool [who is arrogant and thinks himself wise] will come to ruin. 11The...
A Good Name
“Blessings are on the head of the righteous [the upright, those in right standing with God], But the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. 7The memory of...
Work Required!
“Poor is he who works with a negligent and idle hand, But the hand of the diligent makes him rich. 5He who gathers during summer and takes advantage of his opportunities is a...
All Our Needs
“Treasures of wickedness and ill-gotten gains do not profit, but righteousness and moral integrity in daily life rescues from death. 3The LORD will not allow the [a]righteous...