In Proverbs, chapter nineteen, verse seventeen, graciously giving of what we have to help the poor is a way of serving the Lord. He will repay those who do this. God sees the heart of every living being that He has made in His image. The Lord also knows if the giving is done in […]
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In Proverbs, chapter nineteen, verse fourteen, when seeking a marriage partner, prudence is more important than appearance. God’s wisdom, guidance, and blessing are essential to have a happy marriage. A believer should seek to marry someone deeply committed to the Lord Jesus, His Word, and the standards of the kingdom. Marriage to a person of
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In Proverbs, chapter nineteen, verse four, this proverb speaks of what often is, not of the way things should be. Though superficial friends are attracted to the wealthy as flies drawn to honey, a poor person has few friends because they cannot provide anyone with financial or personal gain, as in verse six, “Many will
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In Proverbs, chapter eighteen, verse twelve, “Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honour is humility.” Pride is a spirit of self-importance that includes trusting in ourselves. Boasting and arrogance are sins associated with pride, and they will bring us to destruction, as in chapter fifteen, verse thirty-three. “The fear of the LORD is the instruction
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In Proverbs, chapter eighteen, verses ten through eleven, “The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe. The rich man’s wealth is his strong city, and as an high wall in his own conceit.” The name of the Lord represents His person, authority, and character, as in Exodus three, verses fourteen
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In Proverbs, chapter seventeen, verse twenty-seven, “He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.” The wise will restrain their speech and be cautious in what they say. They will not exaggerate the truth or harm others when speaking; Rather, they will be careful to talk accurately and edify
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In Proverbs, chapter seventeen, verse seventeen, “A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity. A brother is born to help us in times of need. A brother or sister is supposed to be there for each other. However, in the Old Testament, Cain and Abel in Genesis four are an
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In Proverbs, chapter seventeen, verse thirteen, “Whoso rewardeth evil for good, evil shall not depart from his house.” The truth in David’s life is the illustration in this theme verse. He “rewarded” Uriah’s integrity and faithfulness with evil. From that point on, evil did not depart from David’s house, as declared in Second Samuel, twelve,
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In Proverbs, chapter seventeen, verse eight, “A gift is as a precious stone in the eyes of him that hath it: whithersoever it turneth, it prospereth.” A gift can also be a bribe, which will sometimes bring temporary success and wealth. However, bribery is a sin; it is therefore condemned in scripture because it hinders justice from
In Proverbs, chapter sixteen, verse thirty-three, “The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof is of the LORD.” The verse refers to God’s providence and guidance in the life of the righteous. The theme is similar to verses one and nine of this chapter. “The preparations of the heart in man, and the
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