The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the Lord. (Proverbs 16:33) So they [the disciples] nominated two men: Joseph called Barsabbas (also known as Justus) and Matthias. Then they prayed, “Lord, you know everyone’s heart. Show us which of these two you have chosen to take over this apostolic …
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22220.056 Humble Pie … with a Really Tough Crust
He [God] mocks proud mockers but shows favor to the humble and oppressed. (Proverbs 3:34) When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom. (Proverbs 11:2) Wisdom’s instruction is to fear the LORD, and humility comes before honor. (Proverbs 15:33) Before a downfall, the heart is haughty, but humility comes before honor. (Proverbs …
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22220.057 Shut up!
Even fools are thought wise if they keep silent, and discerning if they hold their tongues. (Proverbs 17:28) Sin is not ended by multiplying words, but the prudent hold their tongues. (Proverbs 10:19) Whoever keeps his mouth and his tongue keeps himself out of trouble. (Proverbs 21:23) Whoever belittles his neighbor lacks sense, but a …
22220.058 The Divine Right of the King
Kings take pleasure in honest lips; they value a man who speaks the truth. (Proverbs 16:13) He who loves a pure heart and whose speech is gracious will have the king for his friend. (Proverbs 22:11) Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will serve before kings; he will not serve before …
22220.059 The “Hundred-Lash” Rule
A rebuke impresses a man of discernment more than a hundred lashes a fool. An evil man is bent only on rebellion; a merciless official will be sent against him. (Proverbs 17:10-11) Flog a mocker, and the simple will learn prudence; rebuke a discerning man, and he will gain knowledge. (Proverbs 19:25) We’ve all seen …
22220.060 Building a Legacy
The memory of the righteous will be a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot. (Proverbs 10:7) A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold. (Proverbs 22:1) A good person leaves an inheritance for his children’s children, but a sinner’s wealth is stored …
22220.061 Wisdom for the Trenches Principles
1. How to Recognize A Fool Principle 1: Failing to recognize the Supreme Being is being supremely foolish. Principle 2: Corruption isn’t just wrong. It’s stupid. In the long run, it doesn’t even work. Principle 3: Filth and faith are mutually exclusive; as one grows, the other dies. 2. Adultery: One “A” You Don’t Want …
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22220 Wisdom for the Trenches
CONTENTS Introduction 1. How to Recognize a Fool 2. Adultery: One ”A” You Don’t Want to Earn 3. Anger: The Nuclear Emotion… with Huge Fallout 4. Lying: The Self-Made Trap 5. Gossip: The Hidden Dagger 6. Reproof: A Building Block for Character 7. Insults and Curses: Unsolicited Instruction 8. Listening: God’s Channel for Personal Growth …
22220.015 One Dangerous Babe (or Dude) to Avoid
The woman Folly is loud; she is undisciplined and without knowledge. She sits at the door of her house, on a seat at the highest point of the city, calling out to those who pass by, who go straight on their way, “Let all who are simple come here!” she says to those who lack …
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22180.010 In the Presence of a King
12 Days of Christmas: Day 10 After listening to the king they left, and once again the star they saw when it rose led them until it stopped above the place where the child was. When they saw the star they shouted joyfully. As they came into the house and saw the child with Mary …