Category Archives: discernment

keep your way far

Posted on June 9, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Proverbs 5 Two possible paths of sexuality.  One leads to a lifetime of joy with one spouse, no sorrow, no shame.  The other leads to shame in the midst of the assembly, torment of body and mind, and early death.  … Continue reading →

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the ways of life

Posted on June 4, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Proverbs 2 Seeking wisdom from God is not just an attempt to get smarter.  It is a life-or-death struggle we are in.  The temptation to fall in with deceptive and violent men, or to be lured into the passion trap … Continue reading →

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idiots

Posted on June 3, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Proverbs 1:20-33 We are introduced to four characters today, each of whom we will see developed in the chapters that follow:  Wisdom is the voice calling in the streets.  The others (the simple ones, the scoffers, and the fools) are … Continue reading →

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wisdom to listen

Posted on June 2, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Proverbs 1:8-19 If birds can see that it’s a trap, they will not fall for it.  If men can see that their actions will destroy them, they might stop.  But we do not see.  We think we are wise, but … Continue reading →

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do you dare?

Posted on June 1, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Proverbs 1:1-7 All we have to do for wisdom is to ask for it, but before we ask, we have to go through the first door.  The beginning of wisdom is the fear of the LORD.  It is just too … Continue reading →

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praise and punishment

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 149 God’s people have him on their minds, and it results in joyful songs about him.  It also results in doing his will, even if that means punishing those who reject him.  Even the leadership tasks which are difficult … Continue reading →

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trust during

Posted on May 29, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Joel 2:28-3:21 Joel’s message for you and me today is not to let the present spoil your vision of the future. It may take a long time before you actually see God at work in your life and family. But … Continue reading →

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trust during

Posted on May 29, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Joel 2:28-3:21 Joel’s message for you and me today is not to let the present spoil your vision of the future. It may take a long time before you actually see God at work in your life and family. But … Continue reading →

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when bad things happen to our enemies

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Obadiah 1-14 Babylon is about to strike Judah.  Obadiah warns Edom not to do three things: No Bragging (12) “But do not gloat over the day of your brother in the day of his misfortune; do  not rejoice over the … Continue reading →

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it’s not paranoia when…

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 140 It is not paranoia when they are really out to get you.  David prayed to God with the full assurance that evil men were setting traps for him.  He trusted God, but he still prayed for those traps … Continue reading →

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