It is not for kings, O Lemuel, to guzzle wine. Rulers should not crave alcohol. For if they drink, they may forget the law and not give justice to the…
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Whoever stubbornly refuses to accept criticism will suddenly be destroyed beyond recovery. Proverbs 29v1 (NLT) I love these kind of Proverbs. The reason is simple, because criticism is painful and…
A poor person who oppresses the poor is like a pounding rain that destroys the crops. Proverbs 28v3 (NLT) I read this Proverb and think it says that anyone who…
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…
