We all know about the Proverbs 31 wife, but ladies be honest, have you ever wondered, how can I ever do all that she does or be like that? Men, you are probably saying,"yeah, that is some kind of wife." The most important attribute of this wife is in verse 30 "But a woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised". Men, when you find a woman who fears the Lord and loves the Lord with all her heart, you have found a "Good" woman! A woman who loves the Lord will do all that she can to take care of her family and bless them. "Strength and honor are her clothing" vs. 25 and "she will open her mouth with wisdom and on her tongue is the law of kindness" vs. 26. A woman of the Lord will be a blessing to people all around her. Ladies, don't beat yourself up and say I can't compare with this Proverbs 31 wife, don't say to yourself I don't do all the things that she does because you do more than you realize. We may not get up in the middle of the night to cook, or sew all our family's clothes, but look at what you do! Whether you are a working mom/wife or a stay at home mom/wife, you are of much value and the things you do for your family there is no price value. Truly," her children shall rise up and call her blessed;her husband also, and he praises her."vs. 28
Bottom line: men, if you have found a woman who fears and loves the Lord, you are blessed! Honor your wife!
Ladies, if you fear the Lord and love the Lord with all your heart and do everything you can to bless your family, then you truly are a Proverbs 31 wife!
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Monday, March 30, 2009
March 29-Proverbs 29:5-6
Proverbs 29:5-6 says, "Every word of God is pure; He is a shield to those who put their trust in Him. Do not add to His words, Lest He rebuke you, and you be found a liar."
The Word of God is pure. We need not dilute it or take away from it. It stands on its own and is powerful. In Deutronomy4:2 Moses gives a warning to the people not to add or take away from the Word. In Revelation 22:18, John warns that if anyone adds to these things (the words of the prophecy), God will add to him the plagues that are written in the book of Revelation. These are pretty stern warnings about taking or adding to the Word of God, whether it is the written Word or the spoken Word, we need to be careful not to do this. Again, the Word of God is pure, we don't need to add to it or take away from it to satisfy ourselves with what we want to hear.
The Word of God is pure. We need not dilute it or take away from it. It stands on its own and is powerful. In Deutronomy4:2 Moses gives a warning to the people not to add or take away from the Word. In Revelation 22:18, John warns that if anyone adds to these things (the words of the prophecy), God will add to him the plagues that are written in the book of Revelation. These are pretty stern warnings about taking or adding to the Word of God, whether it is the written Word or the spoken Word, we need to be careful not to do this. Again, the Word of God is pure, we don't need to add to it or take away from it to satisfy ourselves with what we want to hear.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
March 29-Proverbs 29:11
Proverbs 29:11 says, "A fool vents all his feelings, But a wise man holds them back" NKJ
"A fool gives full vent to anger, but a wise person quietly holds it back"
A person who easily vents all his feelings in anger, usually regrets what was spoken later. The Word says it is wise to hold back our feelings and think about what we say before we speak, especially if it is anger. It may be hard sometimes to hold back, but it is the wise thing to do and will save you grief later.
"A fool gives full vent to anger, but a wise person quietly holds it back"
A person who easily vents all his feelings in anger, usually regrets what was spoken later. The Word says it is wise to hold back our feelings and think about what we say before we speak, especially if it is anger. It may be hard sometimes to hold back, but it is the wise thing to do and will save you grief later.
Saturday, March 28, 2009
March 28-Proverbs 28:13
Proverbs 28:13 says, "He who covers his sin will not prosper, But whoever confesses and forsakes them will have mercy."
If we try to cover up a sin and pretend they don't exist, it won't work. You may be able to fool people for awhile but it will be found out. If we cover up a sin we will not be able to prosper. The longer we hold on to sin,the worst things will get in our lives. We won't be able to prosper in any area of our life. Sometimes the Lord will allow us to prosper for awhile but if we continue to cover up our sins, no area of our lives will prosper. However, if we "confess and forsake them (sin) then we will have mercy." The mercy of the Lord is so wonderful, none of us deserve it but because of the Lord's lovingkindness and longsuffering with us, He gives it to us. Isn't it so wonderful that when we turn from our sins, that He will have mercy on us and change us!
If we try to cover up a sin and pretend they don't exist, it won't work. You may be able to fool people for awhile but it will be found out. If we cover up a sin we will not be able to prosper. The longer we hold on to sin,the worst things will get in our lives. We won't be able to prosper in any area of our life. Sometimes the Lord will allow us to prosper for awhile but if we continue to cover up our sins, no area of our lives will prosper. However, if we "confess and forsake them (sin) then we will have mercy." The mercy of the Lord is so wonderful, none of us deserve it but because of the Lord's lovingkindness and longsuffering with us, He gives it to us. Isn't it so wonderful that when we turn from our sins, that He will have mercy on us and change us!
March 27-Proverbs 27:1
Proverbs 27:1 says, "Do not boast about tommorrow, For you do not know what a day may bring."
Basically, we don't need to "boast" about what we are going to do because it doesn't always work out that way. We can make plans and we should, but it is the Lord that makes the way. Proverbs 16:9 says, "A man's heart plans his way, But the Lord directs his steps."
Basically, we don't need to "boast" about what we are going to do because it doesn't always work out that way. We can make plans and we should, but it is the Lord that makes the way. Proverbs 16:9 says, "A man's heart plans his way, But the Lord directs his steps."
Thursday, March 26, 2009
March 26- Proverbs 26:12
Proverbs 26:12 says, "Do you see a man wise in his own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for him."We must be careful not to think that we "know it all". We must not allow ourselves to get puffed up and arrogant and think we know so much more than everyone else. I don't care what it is, there is always others who knows more. We don't know everything there is to know about everything! You may be very knowledgeable about certain things, but we don't need to boast about it, we need to stay humble. People will know we are knowledable by our actions. Proverbs 3:7 says, "Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord and depart from evil."
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
March 25-Proverbs 25:17
Proverbs 25:17 says, "Seldom set foot in your neighbor's house, Lest he become weary of you and hate you."
LB "Don't visit your neighbors too often, or you will wear out your welcome."
Ever had a neighbor or someone that would "always" come over to your house, whether you wanted them there or not. Ever time you turned around, this person was at your house. That is what the verse means. We need to make sure we are not wearing out our welcome at our neighbor's house or friend's house, or we will be known as a nuisance.
Bottom line: pay attention to how much time we spend at people's houses, so we give people their privacy and we are not a nuisance. (Lots of wisdom in Proverbs!)
LB "Don't visit your neighbors too often, or you will wear out your welcome."
Ever had a neighbor or someone that would "always" come over to your house, whether you wanted them there or not. Ever time you turned around, this person was at your house. That is what the verse means. We need to make sure we are not wearing out our welcome at our neighbor's house or friend's house, or we will be known as a nuisance.
Bottom line: pay attention to how much time we spend at people's houses, so we give people their privacy and we are not a nuisance. (Lots of wisdom in Proverbs!)
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