by Louis Sacran "The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh." Proverbs 11:17 How concerned are you about your health? This can easily be measured by what you eat and drink, how much you exercise, and...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Isaac Guess “A gracious woman retaineth honor: and strong men retain riches.” Proverbs 11:16 How bright the light of God’s wisdom shines into a world of confused and darkened thinking! Heed the Word of God in this passage,...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Isaac Guess “He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: and he that hateth suretiship is sure.” Proverbs 11:15 In this passage, we find both the grace of God and the wisdom of God. It is the grace of God to warn us...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Isaac Guess “He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: and he that hateth suretiship is sure.” Proverbs 11:15 This passage is a practical warning against the danger of offering one’s self as a guarantee for...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Louis Sacran "Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counselors there is safety." Proverbs 11:14b Yesterday we considered whether or not we were receiving wise guidance or advice from those whom we have set up as our...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Louis Sacran "Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellers there is safety." Proverbs 11:14 We live in a world that is populated with counselors. Whether you like it or not, you are a counselor and you are...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Louis Sacran "A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter." Proverbs 11:13 This verse speaks again of how we use our mouths. But more than that, it gives us a way to measure the state of our hearts....[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Louis Sacran "He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace." Proverbs 11:12 Do you pride yourself in being able to see through and expose the sins or weaknesses of others? Can you always find...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Isaac Guess “By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted: but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.” Proverbs 11:11 As we watch civilization crumble around us, we often feel helpless to make any difference, to stem...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
by Isaac Guess “When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth: and when the wicked perish, there is shouting.” Proverbs 11:10 This passage seems to refer to spontaneous reactions. On the one hand, everyone is happy to...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
