Wisdom Articles Proverbs 21:22 Obstacles don't stop wise me. They scale walls and win. There is an enemy of mankind. He erects walls to stop men from discovering and fulfilling their God-ordained purpose. Wise men understand that when they decide to scale these walls, they will receive power to win! Those who are passive and fearful have refused to believe God's word, but rather conclude that they are too weak to climb over. Read more
Wisdom Articles Proverbs 15:22 Success in life does not come without help. Success in life does not come without help. A wise man once said, "we have nothing that was not given to us". It is foolhardy to believe that we don't need wisdom. If we refuse to seek out wisdom from God and wise men, we will fall short of our true potential. Never be too proud to ask for help! Pride precedes failure. Read more
Wisdom Articles Proverbs 12:13-14a Blessings come to those who can control their tongue. We live in a day when people will quickly let you know what is on their mind. Some folks will "tongue-lash" you before they listen and consider what you have to say. It is folly to answer a matter before you hear it (Proverbs 18:13). God pours out favor on those who learn to control their speech. Life is better with favor. So, we have to practice listening carefully and being slow to speak (James 1:19). Read more
Wisdom Articles Proverbs 28:9 If you refuse to listen to God's word, your prayers will not be heard There are many voices in the world. When most people hear the word of God, they recognize a difference. God’s word speaks to the human condition and seeks to lead mankind to a better life. When people decide NOT to listen to it, they unknowingly sabotage their own prayers. This is like a man forced to his rooftop by flood waters and refusing help from boats and helicopters while declaring, “I'm OK, God is going to save me”. Read more
Wisdom Articles Proverbs 22:15 Spare the rod, and you will spoil the child. No loving parent wants to see their child suffer or experience pain. We hurt when they hurt! However, a wise parent understands that without proper discipline, their child WILL hurt themselves and others. True love corrects and punishes despite the pain it may cause. "Now no chastening seems to be joyful for the present, but painful; nevertheless, afterward it yields the peaceable fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it." Hebrews 12:11 Read more
Wisdom Articles Proverbs 20:1 A wise man does not allow alcohol to mock him! Everyone likes to have a good time. However, when it comes to alcohol, there is a hidden danger. Alcoholism is the third leading cause of PREVENTABLE deaths in the U.S. More than 10%of U.S. children live with a parent with alcohol problems. Alcohol destroys families and destinies. The joy of the Lord is our strength and that joy comes when we are filled with His Spirit! "And do not be drunk with wine, in which is dissipation; but be filled with the Spirit" -Ephesians 5:18 Read more
Wisdom Articles Proverbs 17:6 Wise fathers build joyous, successful families of destiny. Fathers who protect and teach their children the ways of the Lord will be crowned with productive grandchildren. Their grandchildren will be proud of and honor their fathers. Wise fathers build joyous, successful families of destiny. Read more
Wisdom Articles Proverbs 14:15 Test what you hear against the truth There are many voices in the world vying for our attention and assent. We have to distinguish between the harmful and the helpful. Jesus said it this way, "Beware of the leaven of the Scribes and Pharisees!". Some people do not take the time to consider what they hear and test it against the truth. This proverb calls these people SIMPLE. God imparts wisdom to those who take the time to seriously CONSIDER what they hear in the light of His principles. Failure to follow this pattern results in spiritual blindness! Each morning, we should ask God to give us OUR daily bread! Read more
Wisdom Articles Proverbs 22:13 Investing in your children lays the foundation for true riches How do you ensure the prosperity of your children and grand-children? First, you must understand that accumulating money and other assets is not the key! Many rich kids have troubled lives and squander their inheritance. You have to invest in the character development of your children. People who are honest, wise, and industrious will be entrusted with true riches by God and man. Read more
Wisdom Articles Proverbs 9:2-3a What you need to succeed has been prepared for you We all want to succeed. The wisdom needed to succeed in life is available to all of us. Wisdom has issued her invitation "Come and eat!". Many cannot hear the call because life is noisy. Others have heard the invitation, but they do not value it. Success is found by those who respond to the call , come to the table, and eat. Read more