Hezekiah, who reigned 200 years after Solomon, was a good king, compared to many before and after him. In 2 … More
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# 469 The Proverbs – ‘A manual for living’ (MSG). Proverbs 24 (2) Application is vital for growth.
So how are you going reading through this particular piece of Wisdom Literature known as Proverbs? Are you growing in … More
# 468 The Proverbs – ‘A manual for living’ (MSG). Proverbs 24 (1) How strong and courageous are you?
Can you imagine a bridge over a fast-flowing river being built with material that had never been tested and so … More
# 467 The Proverbs – ‘A manual for living’ (MSG). Proverbs 23 (2) The problem with envy.
In my previous studies of the Psalms, when I got to Psalm 73 (see Posts 227-230), I was fascinated at … More
# 466 The Proverbs – ‘A manual for living’ (MSG). Proverbs 23 (1) Do you eat to live or live to eat?
Most people, I guess, know the following lyrics from the famous song, “Food, glorious food”, in the play called “Oliver”. … More
# 465 The Proverbs – ‘A manual for living’ (MSG). Proverbs 22 (6). Whatever you do, in word or deed…
The sayings of the wise continue with various topics to enable us and those around us to live fulfilling and … More
# 464 The Proverbs – ‘A manual for living’ (MSG). Proverbs 22 (5). Translating truth into daily living.
Who is the wisest person you have ever met? What was it about them that you appreciated? How did their … More
# 463 The Proverbs – ‘A manual for living’ (MSG). Proverbs 22 (4). Thirty Sayings of the Wise.
At this stage in our study of Proverbs it is a good time to reflect. I wonder, are we any … More
# 462 The Proverbs – ‘A manual for living’ (MSG). Proverbs 22 (3). Being a responsible and loving parent.
Proverbs have lots to say to young people but also to their parents. The challenge with parenting is that we … More
# 461 The Proverbs – ‘A manual for living’ (MSG). Proverbs 22 (2) Children – a blessing and a challenge.
Even if you have no children, you were one once, so will still appreciate Proverb’s wisdom concerning them. As for … More