Friday, June 19, 2015

Proverb #10 Few Evil people cause much Havoc

The number of truly evil people in the world is relatively few,
but the havoc they cause and the sin and pain they spread,
seems limitless.
The truly godly on the other hand,
bring healing, love and peace wherever they go
turning brokenness into strength,
fear into peace,
overcoming evil with good

Monday, June 15, 2015

Proverb #9 - Having the heart of a missionary

Just because something seems strange or foreign does not make it wrong and just because something seems familiar and comfortable does not make it right all things must be weighed in the light of the Word of God and the testimony of the Holy Spirt

Thursday, June 11, 2015

Proverb #8 Honesty and the Cheat

The average person is basically honest but when the opportunity to cheat or steal arises they will cheat or steal if they are convinced they will not be caught. But the godly person will remain honest even when no one is looking

Wednesday, June 3, 2015

Proverb #7 Generosity and Prudence

It is good to be generous with the needy,
but never pay more for something than is needed
as this only encourages greed and empties your wallet

Thursday, March 19, 2015

Proverb #6 The Boss and the Servant Leader

The worldly bosses just want to boss people around.  God's leaders, demonstrate leadership by serving those who God has given them

Tuesday, March 17, 2015

Proverb # 5 - The fool and the Child of God

The fool complains about what s/he doesn't understand or doesn't like.
The child of God, gives thanks in all things and rejoices in the Lord.

Friday, February 20, 2015

Proverb 4 -Rewards and Penalties

Great is the reward for those who sacrifice everything for God and his Kingdom. And great will be the penalty for those who sacrifice everything for temporary goods and pleasures.

Monday, February 9, 2015

Proverb #3 True Love

Anyone can love someone who treats you well, but the proof of our love of Christ shows when we love those who hate us and are the most unlovable.

Sunday, February 1, 2015

2nd Proverb - Oppression and Suffering

It is always wrong for Christians to be the source of oppression or the cause, but it is permissible for Christians to suffer even if it's for doing the right thing; our reward is assured by our suffering for His Name's sake.

1st Proverb - Fear of man vs Fear of God

Inspired by God's Word,
I hope to post the occasional proverb as interpreted by me;

The fear of man leads to all kinds of pain and grief,
but the fear of God leads to all things bright and beautiful