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
Wisdom Articles Proverbs 7:1-2 The secret to power and abundant living There is a scientific law called entropy. It means that everything moves from order to disorder. We live in a time when the very earth itself is being shaken (see the Links section). Nevertheless, we can live a productive and purposeful life if we treasure God's word. If we take the time to consider His word and hide it in our hearts, God says, "we will live"! Read more
Wisdom Articles Proverbs 2:10-12 The secret to becoming a better person Babies are not born good. As cute as they may look, without proper training and discipline, a problem child he will be. God has provided a solution for His children which gives them the power to DO better. All we have to do is come to Him and pursue His wisdom. There is power in the parable. Read more
Wisdom Articles Proverbs 31:22-23 A virtuous woman makes men envy her husband Every wise man wants a woman of virtue. He knows that he has one when other wise men voice their respect for her! A virtuous woman (Psalms 31) is compassionate and industrious. She protects and nourishes her fanily. She presents herself to the public with modesty and dignity She delights greatly in helping and exalting her husband. A woman is not born virtuous. She becomes virtuous because she trusts God to help her become better each day. Her beauty and royalty is pictured here as silk and purple garments. Her worth is far above rubies. Read more