Proverbs 22:28 Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will serve before Kings; he will not serve before obscure men.

Posted: December 22, 2020 in Proverbs 22, Proverbs 22:28, Seeking Wisdom, Wisdom, Wisdom for the Soul
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We see, in the first part of this, a man who puts out tremendous work in his business. He puts every skill he has to the task. He works long hours and many days to make his business prosper.

Most young people today will not put out the effort that it takes to make a business a real success. They spend too much of their time doing other things and neglect their business. For the king to take notice of your business it must be very successful and the business community has to have great respect for your ability and dedication to duty.

He will not be foreclosed upon or taken to court, because his dealings will be fair and upright. No mean men will judge him

Proverbs 22:26-27 Do not be a man who strikes hands in pledge or puts up security for debts; 27 If you lack the means to pay, your very bed will be snatched from under you.

Posted: December 22, 2020 in Co Signing, Proverbs, Proverbs 22, Proverbs 22:26-27, Seeking Wisdom, Wisdom, Wisdom for the Soul
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This again, is warning that it is wise to be slow, and the trouble you can get into by going on another’s note. You can lose what you have worked hard to get, because the other fellow does not pay his debts. You can even lose the bed you sleep on to make someone else’s note good.

When you sign another’s note, it is you taking on his debt; because if he does not pay it, you will have to. You have nothing to gain and everything to lose.

Proverbs 21:31The horse is prepared for the day of battle, But victory belongs to the LORD.

Posted: December 21, 2020 in Proverbs 21, Proverbs 21:31, Seeking Wisdom, Wisdom, Wisdom for the Soul
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This proverb refers to preparing for battle. All our preparation for any task is useless without God. But even with God’s help we still must do our part and prepare. His control of the outcome does not negate our responsibilities. God may want you to produce a great book, but you must learn to write. God may want to use you in foreign missions, but you must learn the language. God will accomplish his purposes, and he will be able to use you if you have done your part by being well prepared.

Proverbs 19:29 Judgments are prepared for scoffers, And blows for the back of fools

Posted: December 21, 2020 in Proverbs 19, Proverbs 19:29, Seeking Wisdom, Wisdom, Wisdom for the Soul
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This Scripture is closely related to (verse 28). This to me, is speaking of those who scorn judgment here will face the Judge of the entire world. The word “prepared” here, to me, indicates that this will happen in the future.

 (In Proverbs 10:13b), we were told that “a rod is for the back of him that is void of understanding”. Meaning this is a reference to corporal punishment applied to the backside and recommends it as the most effective way of dealing with children and fools.

 Fools many times, break laws and are punished for their law breaking. I believe fools will face the eternal Judge and pay for their evil deeds. The only way to avoid that punishment would be for the fool to become wise and accept Jesus as his Savior. Proverbs 19 Continued Quest

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. 

Sometimes we hate to see someone else take the credit for what someone else has done.

Posted: December 16, 2020 in Christmas, deceitfully, Santa Claus
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We have seen it many times, and I do believe that it bothers most of us, but we just don’t admit it. Then to top it off that persons receives an award or promotion behind it while the person that did the work sits on the sidelines and is only called on when someone needs their help to fix something they messed up. Isn’t this the way we do God on Christmas? Santa gets all the credit and is the all-knowing while we put God on the sideline because for some reason, we don’t want our Children to know the truth. Something is terribly wrong with that picture. We can take down statues that have been up for years because they represented something bad, but we keep this thing about Santa going every year that puts Gods on the Sidelines until you need Him. Jesus Be Praised!

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