This is a sad and uncomfortable proverb. What struck me this morning was that the “Poor Man” at one time had friends. Something happened…
Daily Word: 8 Ways to Listen Better. Proverbs 18:13
Ever watch a game show? How quickly the contestant can come up with the answer will be the difference between winning or losing. Getting…
Daily Word: Silence Can Be Wise. Proverbs 17:28
You got to love this passage. I mean, we can look wise by just keeping our mouth shut. But are we just looking wise or is this a step…
Daily Word: Do Not Fear the Gollums — Pray! Proverbs 16:4
You might be questioning my rationale for using a movie photo from Lord of the Rings–The Return of the King (2003). There’s a story about…
Daily Word: Are We the Gentle Answer? Proverbs 15:1
This verse is arguably one of the most recognized of all the proverbs. Which is why we might not give it the attention we could. Sometimes…
Daily Word: Are You Lost in Your Heart? Proverbs 14:10
This verse might be a “Blink Proverb”** for some of us — I know it was for me. Honestly, who wants to meditate on the bitterness in our…
Daily Word: What Do You Crave? Proverbs 13:25
Wealth? Peace? Possessions? Health? Power? Love? Fame? Honor? Justice? Mercy? Chocolate? The Jewish New Year (Rosh Hashanah, October 2nd)…
Daily Word: Do You Have to be Right? Proverbs 12:15
Maybe it’s because I am the eldest child or other childhood circumstances, but I have struggled with the need to be right. A friend once…
Daily Word: What Do You Trust? Proverbs 11:28
Growing up, I was never outdoorsy, but I did enjoy sitting in the branches of the maple tree in our yard. My adventurous endeavor was…
