Wisdom is the right use of knowledge. To know is not to be wise. Many men know a great deal, and are all the greater fools for it. There is no fool so great a fool as a knowing fool. But to know how to use knowledge is to have wisdom. Charles Spurgeon. Proverbs 1:7 … Continue reading Wisdom from Proverbs
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Follow God’s Lead
Instructions! It can be both a curse and a blessing in our lives. The instructions are dependent on the integrity of the instructor. If the instructor has high moral standards and what is best for the people, then the instructions can be a blessing. When God was preparing the people to leave Egypt, He provided … Continue reading Follow God’s Lead
The Fear of the Lord
When we hear about the fear of the Lord, we become afraid. We understand fear. We understand the feeling of dread when we find ourselves in a situation where we believe our safety has been compromised. The fear of the Lord is different; it’s not a fear of terror but a fear that honors and … Continue reading The Fear of the Lord
Word for Today: Thursday July 13, 2023
Ephesians 1: 15-23 NLT Paul’s Prayer for Spiritual Wisdom 15 Ever since I first heard of your strong faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for God’s people everywhere,16 I have not stopped thanking God for you. I pray for you constantly, 17 asking God, the glorious Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, to give you spiritual wisdom and … Continue reading Word for Today: Thursday July 13, 2023
Investing Through Prayer
I pray that your love will overflow more and more, and that you will keep on growing in knowledge and understanding. For I want you to understand what really matters, so that you may live pure and blameless lives until the day of Christ’s return. Philippians 1:9-10 NLT Every church has at least one individual who … Continue reading Investing Through Prayer
Just Fear God
The [reverent] fear of the Lord [that is, worshiping Him and regarding Him as truly awesome] is the beginning and the preeminent part of knowledge [its starting point and its essence]; But arrogant fools despise [skillful and godly] wisdom and instruction and self-discipline. Proverbs 1:7 AMP Many people would love to become knowledgeable in an area. Those who have general knowledge are … Continue reading Just Fear God