Who Is the Strongest?

Proverbs 16:32 He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city. Who Is the Strongest? The history of the world is full of dictators, despots, and strong men who got their way by wielding their power. Perhaps...

When Should We Say It?

Proverbs 15:23 A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken in due season, how good is it! When Should We Say It? Most of us recognize the importance of what we say. That is good, but it is also important to remember that the impact of what we say is...

Are You Willing to Work?

Proverbs 15:19 The way of the slothful man is as an hedge of thorns: but the way of the righteous is made plain. Are You Willing to Work? When I was a kid, my mom had a list of jobs for me to do every day, especially in the summer. After breakfast, I had 30 minutes of...

Give It Your Best Argument

Proverbs 15:1 A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger. Give It Your Best Argument If you have ever gotten into a yelling match with someone, a couple things are obvious. One, it is not much fun. Two, it is not very quiet. Three, it is not...

God-Given Safety

Proverbs 5:1-2 My son, attend unto my wisdom, and bow thine ear to my understanding: that thou mayest regard discretion, and that thy lips may keep knowledge. God-Given Safety We are living in a day of scandal. Perhaps never before have so many people thought they...