by Louis Sacran “It is not good to accept the person of the wicked, to overthrow the righteous in judgment.” Proverbs 18:5 The heart of this statement is that our respect and fear of God should outweigh our respect and fear of man....[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Louis Sacran “The words of a man's mouth are as deep waters, and the wellspring of wisdom as a flowing brook.” Proverbs 18:4 When I read this passage, my thoughts automatically go to Jesus’ words in Matthew 12:34 –...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Isaac Guess “When the wicked cometh, then cometh also contempt, and with ignominy reproach.” Proverbs 18:3 This passage is one of several that demonstrate the logical, normal conclusion of beginning a certain path. James 1 does this...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Isaac Guess “A fool hath no delight in understanding, but that his heart may discover itself.” Proverbs 18:2 The tale of Ananias and Saphira in the book of Acts is one of the saddest stories in the Bible. They were struck down dead...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Isaac Guess “Through desire a man, having separated himself, seeketh and intermeddleth with all wisdom.” Proverbs 18:1 At first glance, this verse is difficult to make sense of. It may be helpful to break it into pieces to better...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Louis Sacran “Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: and he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding." Proverbs 17:28 Despite the hopes and dreams of those who think people, in general, talk too much,...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Louis Sacran “He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.” Proverbs 17:27 “I’m just going to be honest here, that’s just the way I am.” “One thing you...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Louis Sacran “Also to punish the just is not good, nor to strike princes for equity.” Proverbs 17:26 Do you know what’s right and wrong? If so, how do you know? According to our text today, not only does God expect us to know...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Louis Sacran “A foolish son is a grief to his father, and bitterness to her that bare him.” Proverbs 17:25 This is a truth that Solomon rewords many times throughout the book of Proverbs. It is, at its core, a reminder that we are...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Isaac Guess “Wisdom is before him that hath understanding; but the eyes of a fool are in the ends of the earth.” Proverbs 17:24 Do you know where wisdom is found? More importantly, does the source of wisdom have your commitment and...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
