Humility: A Characteristic of the Righteous
“When pride comes, then comes shame; but with the humble is wisdom” (Proverbs 11:2). Send article as PDF
Tag: Proverbs
Honesty: A Characteristic of the Righteous
“Dishonest scales are an abomination to the Lord, but a just weight is His delight” (Proverbs 11:1). Send article as PDF
The Wisdom of Being Righteous
Like sheep, humanity tends to be quite hardheaded and easily distracted. Send article as PDF
An Endless Hope or A Hopeless End
The hope of the righteous will be gladness, but the expectation of the wicked will perish. The way of the Lord is strength for the upright, but destruction will come to the workers of iniquity” (Proverbs 10:28-29). Send article as PDF
The Secret to Longevity
“The fear of the Lord prolongs days, but the years of the wicked will be shortened” (Proverbs 10:27). Send article as PDF
What an Irritant!
Few things are more distasteful to your mouth than vinegar. Few things are more irritating to your eyes than smoke. Both are used in Proverbs 10:26 to illustrate and emphasize the highly irritating effect a lazy person has on those who need him/her…
Peace and Security or Fear and Destruction
The Scriptures repeatedly seek to emphasize the profound difference between the righteous and the wicked. Send article as PDF
The Sport of Fools
Contests of athletic and mental prowess—i.e. sports—have permeated human history. Feats of strength, skill, stamina, and toughness have always energized the competitive spirit of humans. Over two thousand years ago, both the Greeks and the Corinthians hosted their own athletic games. Send…
Three Distinct Characteristics of a Righteous Tongue
“In the multitude of words sin is not lacking, but he who restrains his lips is wise. The tongue of the righteous is choice silver; the heart of the wicked is worth little. The lips of the righteous feed many, but fools die for lack of wisdom” (Proverbs 10:19-21). …
A Truly Educated Person
“He who keeps instruction is in the way of life, but he who refuses correction goes astray” (Proverbs 10:17). Send article as PDF