“He is totally ruined!” It’s terrible to see this happen, and even worse if it happens to us. But what can destroy us? Loss of money, career, health, family. But there is one item we would not usually include in the list of life destroyers, but God includes it. “My people are destroyed from lack… Continue reading Hos 6v3 – Ruined!
“Punish them with the rod.” These words, which at first sound harsh, are actually Solomon’s. But there’s more to it. He says, “Punish them with the rod and save them from death.” (Proverbs 23:14). This certainly changes our perspective. Often, we focus only on the rod, not realizing what it’s saving us from. We see… Continue reading Pro 23v14 – The saving rod
What defines you? Is it your clothes, the people you’re with, your car, or your job? In a world where we’re often judged by our possessions, we strive for bigger houses, better cars, and the latest technology. Yet, in Proverbs 22:1, we read: “A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed… Continue reading Pro 22v1 – A good name
“Have you heard about the new supplement that has been proven to add years to your life?” These types of claims have been around for centuries. Yet, what if there was a supplement that worked? Well, there is. “For through wisdom your days will be many, and years will be added to your life.” (Proverbs… Continue reading Pro 9v11 – The life-extending supplement
A new year brings new opportunities. What will you be focusing your time and attention on this year? Your career, degree, a building project, your business? If you had to stop for a moment and ask yourself, “Why will I be pouring all my time and energy into this?” Is it so you can earn… Continue reading Pro 8v10 – Better than gold
“Say to wisdom, ‘You are my sister,’ and call insight your intimate friend” (Proverbs 7:4). Solomon is pleading with his son to pay full attention to wisdom and understanding for his safety and success. Without it, he is likely to be tempted into all manner of sin that will lead to his ruin! Just as… Continue reading Pro 7v4 – The best friend
In Proverbs, Solomon writes, “The beginning of wisdom is: acquire wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding.” (Proverbs 4:7) This might sound a bit strange, but I think the key lies in the meaning of the word “acquire”. The Hebrew word suggests an intense desire to own, buy, or attain something. So, Solomon’s… Continue reading Pro 4v7 – Intense Desire
“Simpletons! How long will you wallow in ignorance? Cynics! How long will you feed your cynicism? Idiots! How long will you refuse to learn? (Proverbs 1:22). That’s far too an intolerant thing to say in our modern world. But this is how Wisdom shouts out aloud in the first chapter of Proverbs. “She raises her… Continue reading Pro 1v23 – Craig – Pay attention!
What is God’s goal for you? Paul tells us. “My goal is that you may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that you may have the full riches of complete understanding, in order that you may know the mystery of God, namely, Christ, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom… Continue reading Col 2v2-3 – God’s Goal for you
While cycling along a gravel road in a remote area, we came across an ostrich. It soon became apparent this huge bird was missing two things – a brain to match its size and wings that actually work. As we cycled behind it, the ostrich ran ahead on the road, not once thinking it could… Continue reading Job 39v13 – Flying Ostrich