PROVERBS 5:21 – For a man’s ways are before the eyes of the Lord, and he ponders all his paths.” THEME OF THE DAY. LIVING IN HIS PRESENCE. The theme of today’s nugget contains both a truth that is unchanging and an awareness we must cultivate. Obviously, all human beings – Christians and non-Christians – live in the presence of the living…
Pleasing God, Making Disciples of Jesus Christ
Pleasing God, Making Disciples of Jesus Christ
Proverbs
When it comes to being a Christian, it is all about the heart. From the very beginning, the time of our salvation, it is all about the heart. In fact, salvation is God giving us a new heart.
PROVERBS 10:19 – When there are many words, sin is unavoidable, but the one who controls his lips is wise.” THEME OF THE DAY: TALK A LOT, SIN A LOT. The Old Testament book of Proverbs is wonderful, insightful, and sometimes very uncomfortable. Why? King Solomon pulls no punches. Here is an example – How long will you lie there, O…
PROVERBS 25:28 – A man without self-control is like a city broken into and left without walls. THEME OF THE DAY. NEVER JUSTIFIABLE. Christians are never without excuse if we lack self-controlled lives, in all areas of our lives, but especially in our speech. Yes, I know that is a tall order, but it is one we may obey because Christ in…
JOB 29:25 – I chose their way and sat as chief, and I lived like a king among his troops, like one who comforts mourners.” THEME OF THE DAY: THE CHRISTIAN RESPONSIBILITY AND PRIVILEGE. The Old Testament book of Job is not an easy read especially if one goes through it mindlessly and fast; perhaps as a necessary part of a yearly…
PROVERBS 24:30-34 – I passed by the field of a sluggard, by the vineyard of a man lacking sense, and behold, it was all overgrown with thorns; the ground was covered with nettles, and its stone wall was broken down. Then I saw and considered it; I looked and received instruction. A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the…