by Isaac Guess “When a man’s ways please the Lord, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.” Proverbs 16:7 This passage is one that often provokes “But what about….” This passage is a maxim that is...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Isaac Guess “By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the Lord men depart from evil.” Proverbs 16:6 There are two connected, powerful messages in this passage. Both messages answer one question? How is sin, and...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Isaac Guess “Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the Lord: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished.” Proverbs 16:5 If anything is clear in Proverbs, it is that pride is particularly galling to God....[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Isaac Guess “The Lord hath made all things for himself: yea, even the wicked for the day of evil.” Proverbs 16:4 This verse answers the most fundamental question one can ask regarding oneself. Why do I exist? Answering this question...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Isaac Guess “Commit thy works unto the Lord: and thy thoughts shall be established.” Proverbs 16:3 Quietness of heart, peace of mind, confidence, sense of purpose, being established – these are some of the most sought after...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Louis Sacran "All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the LORD weigheth the spirits." Proverbs 16:2 This passage gives us insight into the fact that we can always find a way to justify ourselves and our actions. Many times we can...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Louis Sacran "The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, is from the LORD." Proverbs 16:1 This verse highlights the importance of knowing where our source of wisdom lies. The idea behind this passage is that although we...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Louis Sacran "The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom; and before honor is humility." Proverbs 15:33 How do you distinguish wisdom from foolishness in your personal life? Your answer to this question ultimately depends on where you...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Louis Sacran "He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding." Proverbs 15:32 The question we are faced with today is a very simple yet probing one to consider. How well do you listen?...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Isaac Guess “The ear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise.” Proverbs 15:31 “How can I be sure that I won’t fall into sin in the future?” I remember being asked this question, and it is a good...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
