Watch over your heart with all diligence, for from it flow the springs of life. Proverbs 4:23 AMP The heart of a man is the man himself. It is the source of every human’s conduct. You can not be greater or lesser than the content of your heart. It is the seat of affection and passion, understanding, and will. Likewise, the heart is the faculty of thought and reason. To...
He who heeds instruction and correction is [not only himself] in the way of life [but also] is a way of life for others. And he who neglects or refuses reproof [not only himself] goes astray [but also] causes to err and is a path toward ruin for others. Proverbs 10:17 AMPC The way to a city is the road by which we reach it. The life of a holy...
Don’t be afraid, for you will not be put to shame. Don’t be intimidated, for you will not be humiliated. You will forget about the shame you experienced in your youth; you will no longer remember the disgrace of your abandonment. Isaiah 54:4 NET FEAR (or False Evidence Appearing Real as is popularly known) is a great weapon in the hand of the enemy – the devil. It is a...
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Ever wonder where temptation truly comes from? 😮 Discover the Bible's insights on how our own desires can lead us down a path to sin and death. Dive into this enlightening post and learn how to guard your heart and align your will with God's.
Prize Wisdom highly and exalt her, and she will exalt and promote you; she will bring you to honor when you embrace her. Proverbs 4:8 AMPC In Proverbs 4:8, the Bible beautifully emphasizes the rewards of pursuing wisdom. The book of Proverbs emphasises the immense value of wisdom. Here, Solomon personifies wisdom as a woman and outlines the numerous benefits we receive by seeking and embracing it. He clarifies that...
Train up a child in the way he should go [teaching him to seek God’s wisdom and will for his abilities and talents], Even when he is old he will not depart from it. Proverbs 22:6 AMP This verse beautifully captures the significance of instilling positive values and faith in young minds. Building upon the themes of wisdom, humility, and teachability explored in Proverbs 4, let’s delve deeper into this...
Then he taught me, and he said to me, “Take hold of my words with all your heart; keep my commands, and you will live. Proverbs 4:4 NIV In our previous post, we explored Solomon’s call for young people to seek wisdom. We examined his emphasis on paying close attention, gaining understanding, and following the instructions of fathers and elders. This journey of learning, Solomon reminds us, requires one crucial...
For I too was a son to my father, still tender, and cherished by my mother. Proverbs 4:3 NIV The book of Proverbs offers valuable wisdom, often presented as a father addressing his sons. In Proverbs 4:1, Solomon starts by saying, “Listen, my sons, to a father’s instruction; pay attention and gain understanding.” This is a powerful call to action, urging us to actively listen and seek knowledge. The world...
So don’t be foolish with your lives but learn what the Lord wants you to do. Ephesians 5:17 ERV In the complexity of life’s uncertainty, one question looms large: how can we maximize the precious, unknown expanse of time granted to us? Ephesians 5:17 admonishes against foolishness, urging us to discern the Lord’s desires. So, to embark on a victorious journey, understanding the will of God becomes paramount. Delving into...