by Isaac Guess “Divers weights are an abomination unto the Lord; and a false balance is not good.” Proverbs 20:23 Just thirteen verses previously, Solomon used nearly exactly the same words as in this verse. Repetition may seem...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Isaac Guess “Say not thou, I will recompense evil; but wait on the Lord, and He shall save thee.” Proverbs 20:22 Few people rise to the level of Moses, in terms of accomplishment and faithfulness. Much can be learned from a careful...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Isaac Guess “An inheritance may be gotten hastily at the beginning; but the end thereof shall not be blessed.” Proverbs 20:21 I’ve got bad news and good news. The bad news is that most likely you will never discover gold, and...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Isaac Guess “Whose curseth his father or his mother, his lamp shall be put out in obscure darkness.” Proverbs 20:20 As disturbing a scene as this passage portrays, sadly it is not uncommon. Whether by word or rebellious act, the...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Isaac Guess “He that goeth about as a talebearer revealeth secrets: therefore meddle not with him that flattereth with his lips.” Proverbs 20:19 Passages like this remind us that though time, culture, and specifics change, human...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Louis Sacran "Every purpose is established by counsel: and with good advice make war." Proverbs 20:18 When was the last time you were confused or unsure about something in your life? You may be dealing with a situation right now, in which you...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Louis Sacran "Bread of deceit is sweet to a man; but afterwards his mouth shall be filled with gravel." Proverbs 20:17 Delayed, enduring fulfillment is a concept that our society knows very little about. I don’t think it would be an over...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Louis Sacran "Take his garment that is surety for a stranger; and hold him in pledge that is surety for foreigners." Proverbs 20:16 The book of Proverbs is dedicated to promoting wisdom in everyday living. Our passage today instructs us that if...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Louis Sacran "There is gold, and a multitude of rubies: but the lips of knowledge are a precious jewel." Proverbs 20:15 The book of Proverbs is full of statements concerning the superior value of knowledge and wisdom. Compared to gold and...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Louis Sacran It is naught, it is naught, saith the buyer: but when he is gone his way, then he boasteth. Proverbs 20:14 Today we are reminded that God expects His Word to affect every area of our lives. It might be helpful to read this passage...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
