The way of the sluggard is blocked with thorns, but the path of the upright is a highway. Proverbs 15:19 (NIV) A sluggard is someone who lacks the motivation to accomplish anything. They exist in a parasitic manner by relying on others. Sluggishness could also be due to biological or physical factors, but in this […]
Believe in the light while you have the light, so that you may become children of light. John 12:36 (NIV) John recounted Jesus’ statement to the crowds in Jerusalem. The same crowd that shouted “Hosanna!” (John 12:13) would soon cry out for His crucifixion (John 19:15). Despite understanding the hypocrisy in people (Matthew 15:7-9), Jesus […]
No longer will violence be heard in your land, nor ruin or destruction within your borders, but you will call your walls salvation and your gates praise. Isaiah 60:18 (NIV) The prophecies in the book of Isaiah have withstood the test of time. As we journey through the history of the nation of Israel in […]
Though your beginning was small, yet your latter end would increase abundantly. Job 8:7 During his time, Job was the most righteous person living then. He went through the most misfortunes that a person could ever endure. He lost his children, his wealth and even his health. In the thick of these trials, Job’s friends […]
Then I will give them one heart and one way, that they may fear Me forever, for the good of them and their children after them. Jeremiah 32:39 Our God is a very passionate Father. His agape love for us is incomprehensible. The Father’s love was evident when He did not hesitate to send His […]
Better is a little with the fear of the Lord, than great treasure with trouble. Proverbs 15:16 The world promotes quick ‘get-rich’ schemes and shortcuts to success. Often, we see the world praising so-called risk-takers, who flaunt their disdain for following God. Those who fear the Lord and live righteously are antiquated and mocked by […]
Unless the Lord builds the house, they labor in vain who build it; unless the Lord guards the city, the watchman stays awake in vain. Psalm 127:1 Peace and prosperity characterize king Solomon’s reign. There were hardly any wars during his reign, whereas architectural buildings and construction were soaring in the kingdom. The monuments and […]
The wise shall inherit glory, but shame shall be the legacy of fools. Proverbs 3:35 There once were two builders who designed their own homes and were keen to build. The land for construction was sandy, so it was frustrating to get the foundations right. The impatient builder ignored the warnings and experiences of others […]
But whoever listens to me will dwell safely, And will be secure, without fear of evil. Proverbs 1:33 King Solomon, the wisest man there ever lived and the author of this chapter, sheds light on paying heed to the call of wisdom. Wisdom calls out, but people often turn a deaf ear to her counsel. […]
Happy is the man who finds wisdom, And the man who gains understanding; Proverbs 3:13 This verse conflicts with the views of a world that promotes happiness by pursuing pleasures to escape pain, failures or worries. What makes you happy? According to the media, self-love, which is appreciating one’s worth, leads to a happy life. […]
