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# 474 The Proverbs – ‘A manual for living’ (MSG). Proverbs 26 (1). Being ‘habitually out of touch with reality.’ (# 51)
In my Introduction to Proverbs (see Posts # 399-401) we considered two key words used in Proverbs describing people. They … More
# 471 The Proverbs – ‘A manual for living’ (MSG). Proverbs 25 (2) Refreshing others.
In my last Post I finished with the words: “For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those … More
# 470 The Proverbs – ‘A manual for living’ (MSG). Proverbs 25 (1) Wisdom for those in “leadership training” groups.
Hezekiah, who reigned 200 years after Solomon, was a good king, compared to many before and after him. In 2 … More
# 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
# 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
# 460 The Proverbs – ‘A manual for living’ (MSG). Proverbs 22 (1) Something more desirable than riches.
In my last Post, the subject was money, and I finished off quoting the first two verses of Proverbs 22 … More
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