I have been reading the book of Proverbs for the past month and it has now come to an end. As I finish reading this book, I cannot help but say a few words on the last chapter of the book. I don’t know much about the history of the compilation of the book ofContinue reading “Proverbs 31”
Category Archives: Christian Virtues
Laziness and Poverty
As I read the book of Proverbs, I find it odd the contrast of words that are put together. Often times I wonder if the writer did not mean a different set of words or if he made a mistake. But, as we know, nothing is a mistake in the word of God and ifContinue reading “Laziness and Poverty”
Wisdom calls out
In the book of Proverbs, there is a common contrast that is done between wisdom and folly. Wisdom, spelled with capital W is God and we are to seek such wisdom. Wisdom gives us life, it gives us riches, it gives us joy (Proverbs 3:14-24, 8:18-19). Moreover, Wisdom gives us understanding and discernment which areContinue reading “Wisdom calls out”
Wisdom from the Proverbs
The book of Proverbs is part of what is called “wisdom literature” of the bible which is composed of the books of Psalms, Job, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon. Together, these books provide wisdom for living well this life. As Proverbs 1 says it exists “for attaining wisdom and discipline; for understanding words of insight;Continue reading “Wisdom from the Proverbs”
Give thanks to the Lord
There is so much we can give thanks for to the Lord. I believe, “Give thanks to the Lord” (Psalm 107:1) is one of the easiest commands that exist because we have reasons to give thanks. For a people who love to be given explanations for what we are being told to do, this shouldContinue reading “Give thanks to the Lord”
Reset, starting off right.
It seems fitting to be writing on the subject of resetting at the beginning of the year. To reset, means to start over. When you start over, you are given a clean slate, your previous achievements and or failures are tossed aside, they do not count anymore. As Christians, we have a good Father whoContinue reading “Reset, starting off right.”
The Lord is on your side
Much of what I read in the word this week seemed to focus on having the Lord on your side, on having the Lord as your fortress and on having the Lord as a sure help in times of trouble. The word of God is a well of knowledge which provides understanding to the simple.Continue reading “The Lord is on your side”
Be Strong and Courageous
The bible is extremely clear on the fact that the sinful nature – the flesh is in direct opposition to the spirit. When Christ gave his life on the cross for us, he also redeemed us and gave us new life in him; this new life gave us a new identity and a new purpose.Continue reading “Be Strong and Courageous”
The heart of worship
The story of Israel is such a good depiction of our redemption story, isn’t it? Often times, when we read about Israel’s rebellion we wonder how a nation as unworthy as they were could be the recipient of God’s grace and favour? But a close look at our own lives enables us to see thatContinue reading “The heart of worship”
The mercy of God
Many of us Christians who have been born again and have accepted the finished work of Christ on the cross tend to have a poor view of mercy at times. For some, it is no longer necessary because Christ has imputed his righteousness on us therefore before God we are righteous and not in needContinue reading “The mercy of God”
A Word Aptly Spoken 