The heartfelt counsel of a friend is as sweet as perfume and incense. Proverbs 27v9 (NLT) This is a short one today. It has been a long one and a…
As a dog returns to its vomit, so a fool repeats his foolishness. Proverbs 26v11 (NLT) This has always been one of my favourite and most helpful Proverbs – which…
Trustworthy messengers refresh like snow in summer. They revive the spirit of their employer. Proverbs 25v13 (NLT) Years ago, I was given a financial gift from someone. It was perfectly…
If you fail under pressure, your strength is too small. Proverbs 24v10 (NLT) Too many may read this and focus primarily on the word fail. Interestingly the ESV translation uses…
Wow! I am loving this month. Partly the joy of discovering a little nugget that I have never seen before. Then the joy of the wisdom nugget itself. While dining…
Whoever loves a pure heart and gracious speech will have the king as a friend. Proverbs 22v11 (NLT) Loving a pure heart is about a sincere desire to do what…
The Lord is more pleased when we do what is right and just than when we offer him sacrifices. Proverbs 21v3 I am deeply provoked and sobered that I could…
Those too lazy to plow in the right season will have no food at the harvest. Proverbs 20v4 (NLT) The longer I have followed Christ the more I have come…
Many seek favours from a ruler; everyone is the friend of a person who gives gifts! Proverbs 19v6 (NLT) I suspect I am not the only one who often reads…
I have been married 18 years and quite early in our marriage my wife pointed out that I often interrupt. This was sobering news to me. It was tough to…