Category Archives: Proverbs

A joyful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit dries up the bones.      Proverbs 17:22 (HCSB) When was the last time that you laughed? I don’t mean chuckle or smile. I mean bend over, slap your knee, … Continue reading →

These are the wise words of Solomon son of David, king of Israel. They teach wisdom and self-control; they will help you understand wise words. They will teach you how to be wise and self-controlled and will teach you to … Continue reading →

Those who get wisdom do themselves a favor, and those who love learning will succeed.    Proverbs 19:8 (NCV) Fear of the Lord leads to life, bringing security and protection from harm.      Proverbs 19:23 (NLT) Is there anyone … Continue reading →

[reprinted from November 9, 2009] — Henry Neufeld 16There are six things the Lord hates, Seven that are abominations to his very being: 17Haughty eyes, Lying tongue Hands pouring out innocent blood. 18A mind fashioning wicked plans, Feet running toward … Continue reading →

The right word spoken at the right time is as beautiful as gold apples in a silver bowl. Proverbs 25:11 (NCV) I am so excited to have been asked to share a message with some young girls and mothers today. … Continue reading →

“And so, my children,listen to me, for all who follow my ways are joyful. Listen to my instruction and be wise. Don’t ignore it. Joyful are those who listen to me, watching for me daily at my gates, waiting for … Continue reading →

What should I say, my son? What, son of my womb? What, son of my vows? … Speak up for those who have no voice, for the justice of all who are dispossessed. Speak up, judge righteously, and defend the … Continue reading →

There are six things the Lord hates—no, seven things he detests: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that kill the innocent, a heart that plots evil, feet that race to do wrong, a false witness who pours out lies, a … Continue reading →

My son, do not forget my law, But let your heart keep my commands; For length of days and long life And peace they will add to you. Let not mercy and truth forsake you; Bind them around your neck, … Continue reading →

Good friend, follow your father’s good advice; don’t wander off from your mother’s teachings. Wrap yourself in them from head to foot; wear them like a scarf around your neck. Wherever you walk, they’ll guide you; whenever you rest, they’ll … Continue reading →