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Proverbs 20:29 The glory of young men is their strength, gray hair the splendor of the old.

Posted: December 21, 2020 in Proverbs 20, Proverbs 20:29, Seeking Wisdom, Uncategorized, Wisdom, Wisdom for the Soul
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This is an absolutely true statement of young men. They are proud that they are strong. Young men will pump iron or exercise to make them even stronger. Paul warns about putting too much emphasis on the bodily exercise.

1 Timothy 4:7-8 Have nothing to do with godless myths and old vives tales; rather, train yourself to be godly. 8For Physical training is of some value, but godliness (spiritual training) has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.

The beautiful grey hair of an old man shows wisdom and experience. For a man to live long enough to have grey hair, God would have to have blessed him.

Proverbs 21:30 There is no wisdom, on insight, no plan that can succeed against the LORD.

Posted: December 21, 2020 in Proverbs 21, Proverbs 21:30, Seeking Wisdom, Wisdom, Wisdom for the Soul
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Compared to the Lord’s wisdom, we have no wisdom. We have no power at all when vented against God. God is the Creator, and we are His created. The Creator is always far superior to His creation in every way. We see this most clearly when we read Job. Beginning in chapter 38 where God is speaking to Job when He asks “where were you when I laid the foundation of the earth?” And the conversation ends in chapter 41:34. A reading of these 3 chapters tells us we have very little understanding at all (this is what Job admits in 42:1-6).  

Friends or Acquaintances? Proverbs 18.24 – A man of many friends may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.

Posted: December 18, 2020 in Friends or Acquaintances?, Proverbs 18:24, Seeking Wisdom, Wisdom, Wisdom for the Soul
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Loneliness is everywhere-many people feel cut off and alienated from others.  Being in a crowd just makes people more aware of their isolation.  We all need friends who will stick close, listen, care and offer help when it is needed-in good times and bad.  It is better to have one such friend than dozens of superficial acquaintances.  Instead of wishing you could find a true friend, seek to become one.  There are people who need your friendship.  Ask God to reveal them to you, and then take on the challenge of being a true friend.

Proverbs 18.23 the poor man utters supplications, But the rich man answers roughly.

Posted: December 18, 2020 in Proverbs 18, Proverbs 18:23, Proverbs 18:23, Seeking Wisdom, Wisdom, Wisdom for the Soul
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This verse does not condone insulting those who are poor; it simply records an unfortunate fact of life.  It is wrong for rich people to treat those who are in need with contempt and arrogance, and God will judge such actions severely. 

14:31 He who oppresses the poor taunts his Maker, But he who is gracious to the needy honors Him.

Without intervention the needs of people who are poor will be unmet.  What is your attitude toward those living in poverty? What are you doing to meet their needs?

Proverbs 17:27-28 He who restrains his words has knowledge, And he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding. 28 Even a fool is thought wise if he keeps silent, and discerning if he holds his tongue.

Posted: December 18, 2020 in Proverbs 17, Proverbs 17:27-28, Seeking Wisdom, Wisdom, Wisdom for the Soul
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This proverb highlights several benefits of keeping quiet: (1) It is the best policy if you have nothing worthwhile to say: (2) It allows you the opportunity to listen and learn; (3) It gives you something in common with those who are wiser.  Make sure to pause to think and to listen so that when you do speak, you will have something important to say. 

Proverbs 16:33 The lot is cast onto the lap, but its every decision is from the Lord.

Posted: December 16, 2020 in Proverbs 16, Proverbs 16:33, Seeking Wisdom, Wisdom, Wisdom for the Soul
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The lot was almost always used in ceremonial settings and was the common method for determining God’s will.  Several important events occurred by lot, including the identification of Achan as the man who had sinned (Joshua 7:14), the division of the promised land among the tribes (Joshua 14:2), and the selection of the first king for the nation (1 Samuel 10:16-26)

Proverbs 16:32 Better a patient man than a warrior, a man who controls his temper than one who takes a city.

Posted: December 16, 2020 in Proverbs 16, Proverbs 16:32, Seeking Wisdom, Wisdom, Wisdom for the Soul
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Self-control is superior to conquest.  Success in business, school, or home life can be ruined by a person who has lost control of his or her temper.  So, it is a great personal victory to control your temper.  When you feel yourself ready to explode, remember that losing control may cause you to forfeit what you want the most.  

Ephesians 4:31 Get rid of all bitterness, rage, and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice.

You see, not only are we to be slow to anger, but we are to put anger away from us. The spirit must rule over the body. The spirit ruled by the Lord has eternal life to look forward to.

This scripture is saying that he that is righteous is better than one who is mighty but not necessarily wise. The mighty can overtake and destroy a city or an army, but he that rules his spirit is mightier than he.

Proverbs 16:31 Gray hair is a crown of splendor; it is attained in the way of righteousness.

Posted: December 16, 2020 in Proverbs 16, Proverbs 16:31, Seeking Wisdom, Wisdom, Wisdom for the Soul
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This calls for respecting elders.

We see the man with gray hair has lived this life and getting ready for his reward in heaven. Getting old is a blessing and a reward of a clean wholesome life. To me the hoary head is saying “you have run the race well, and you are on the last lap now”.

Proverbs 16:31 Gray hair is a crown of splendor; it is attained in the way of righteousness.

Posted: December 13, 2020 in Proverbs 16, Proverbs 16:31, Seeking Wisdom, Wisdom, Wisdom for the Soul
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This calls for respecting elders.

We see the man with gray hair has lived this life and getting ready for his reward in heaven. Getting old is a blessing and a reward of a clean wholesome life. To me the hoary head is saying “you have run the race well, and you are on the last lap now”.

Proverbs 15:33 Wisdom’s instruction is to fear the LORD, and humility comes before honor.

Posted: December 13, 2020 in Proverbs 15, Proverbs 15:33, Proverbs 15:33, Seeking Wisdom, Wisdom, Wisdom for the Soul
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We have said before that humility is very important. We must walk humbly before God. The honor must come from God and not man. If we fear God, we will follow in His ways. We will study his Word and know what His will is for our life. If we fear (respect), Him, our desire will be to please him. This fear actually means we will love Him and respect Him and do everything we can do to obey His commandments and the things He has told us to do (through Jesus), in the New Testament

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