Proverbs 30:12-14 - "12 There is a generation that are pure in their own eyes,
and yet is not washed from their filthiness.
13 There is a generation, O how lofty are their eyes!
and their eyelids are ... View MoreProverbs 30:12-14 - "12 There is a generation that are pure in their own eyes,
and yet is not washed from their filthiness.
13 There is a generation, O how lofty are their eyes!
and their eyelids are lifted up.
14 There is a generation, whose teeth are as swords,
and their jaw teeth as knives,
to devour the poor from off the earth,
and the needy from among men.
What does "cancel culture" mean to you? From God's perspective, the concept is a lot older than just this century. How should we react as believers to the "cancel culture"?
Proverbs 23:4-5 - "4 Do not wear yourself out to become rich;
be wise enough to restrain yourself.
5 When you gaze upon riches, they are gone,
for they surely make wings for themselves,
and fly off in... View MoreProverbs 23:4-5 - "4 Do not wear yourself out to become rich;
be wise enough to restrain yourself.
5 When you gaze upon riches, they are gone,
for they surely make wings for themselves,
and fly off into the sky like an eagle!
I was a work-a-holic for years. The outcome? I am not rich and there are moments I missed with my family. How does the current world encourage you to take time with your loved ones? What will you do to improve your understanding of how important your loved ones are to you?
Proverbs 16:1-3 - "6 We humans make plans,
but the Lord
has the final word.
2 We may think we know
what is right,... View MoreProverbs 16:1-3 - "6 We humans make plans,
but the Lord
has the final word.
2 We may think we know
what is right,
but the Lord is the judge
of our motives.
3 Share your plans with the Lord,
and you will succeed.
What does "Share your plans with the Lord...." mean? What does '...and you will succeed..." mean? The first two verses make it clear that God is the standard for judgment, the arbiter, of what one says and does. How does one proceed?
Proverbs 14:13-14 - "13 Even in laughter the heart can be sad,
and joy may end in sorrow.
14 A backslider is filled up with his own ways,
but a good person gets satisfaction from himself."
Our... View MoreProverbs 14:13-14 - "13 Even in laughter the heart can be sad,
and joy may end in sorrow.
14 A backslider is filled up with his own ways,
but a good person gets satisfaction from himself."
Our life here on the earth is filled with "ups and downs". And they are not always separated by time. How do you handle them? Do you look for God in your life's trials and troubles?
James 1:2-3 - "2 Regard it all as joy, my brothers, when you face various kinds of temptations; 3 for you know that the testing of your trust produces perseverance." (CJB)
Proverbs 2:6-11 - "6 For Adonai gives wisdom;
from his mouth comes knowledge and understanding.
7 He stores up common sense for the upright,
is a shield to those whose conduct is blameless,
8 in order... View MoreProverbs 2:6-11 - "6 For Adonai gives wisdom;
from his mouth comes knowledge and understanding.
7 He stores up common sense for the upright,
is a shield to those whose conduct is blameless,
8 in order to guard the courses of justice
and preserve the way of those faithful to him.
9 Then you will understand righteousness, justice,
fairness and every good path.
10 For wisdom will enter your heart,
knowledge will be enjoyable for you,
11 discretion will watch over you,
and discernment will guard you."
How does God give wisdom? What is the believer's role in receiving wisdom, knowledge, understanding?
Proverbs 21:3-4 - "3 To do justice and judgment is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.
4 A haughty look, and a proud heart which is the light of the wicked, is sin."
One must "do" justice and... View MoreProverbs 21:3-4 - "3 To do justice and judgment is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.
4 A haughty look, and a proud heart which is the light of the wicked, is sin."
One must "do" justice and "do" judgment to please God and is more acceptable than 'giving up' something. Pridefully doing so is sin. How do you think this relates today?
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