Monthly Archives: June 2013
glory
Proverbs 19-20 When a man is young, he glories in his strength. When he gets older, the gray hairs mean the strength is not all there anymore, but hopefully it has been replaced by wisdom. At any time, when you … Continue reading
first nation
Amos 6 Amos spoke out against the elite of his people. They considered themselves the best people of the first nation. They spent their time in idol pursuits, and luxurious living. Their pride kept them from even mentioning the name … Continue reading
not good
Proverbs 17-18 Revenge is not good. A man with a crooked heart does not discover good. To be partial to the wicked and deprive people of justice is not good. Look for these good things: a joyful heart, and a … Continue reading
into darkness
Amos 5 The inhabitants of Israel were on their way to destruction, singing and celebrating all their way. The LORD told them through Amos that he hated their feasts and “worship.” It did not matter how religious they were , … Continue reading
meeting God
Amos 4 The fat cows of Bashan stand as a symbol of a people who have chosen to satisfy self above all else. Even their religious practices are a means of demonstrating their selfishness. The only reason they “darken the … Continue reading
the L factor
Proverbs 15-16 We humans will make our plans, and do as we will, some walking in righteousness, others living selfishly and godlessly. But there is another factor involved in the equation: the LORD. He is watching over our lives, and … Continue reading
Posted in discernment, Solomon, sovereignty of God, wisdom
Tagged Proverbs 15, Proverbs 16
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stupidity 101
Proverbs 13-14 Stupidity comes naturally for humans. We do not have to work at it. But if we want further training, here are some helpful hints: Train your ears not to listen to rebuke (13:1), to despise the word (13:13), … Continue reading
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Tagged Proverbs 13, Proverbs 14
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the lion has roared
Amos 3 Amos has to remind the people of Israel that the prophets do not speak for nothing. They proclaim warnings of judgment because God judges his people when they live in sin. The is the same God the New … Continue reading
results
Proverbs 11-12 Wisdom will prove itself right in the long run, and foolishness will prove itself wrong. The incidents where people seem to be profiting from wrongdoing are just temporary exceptions. When we look at the eternal results, we see … Continue reading
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Tagged Proverbs 11, Proverbs 12
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Father’s Day
The living, the living– they praise you, as I am doing today; fathers tell their children about your faithfulness. (Isaiah 38:19 NIV) Buck Vann did not have a long life, but he did have the opportunity to experience the faithfulness … Continue reading
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