Solomon points out several crooked paths that a man might take; a wicked man. But the righteous survives long enough to acquire grey hair. My Bible helps titles this group of scriptures “a way that seems right … but”. It is hard to imagine the ways described here as “right” to anyone. Satan is a […]
Solomon focuses on words that lift people up. Gracious speech and wise words are “sweetness to the soul and health to the body” (verse 24). This section deals with the words that pass our lips. It is important to consider what you say as you can never take it back. It’s like toothpaste; once it’s […]
Solomon speaks to us of the great worth of wisdom, understanding and humility. These cannot be bought and are worth far more than gold. The phrase “better than” ties this group of verses together, or so my bible helps informs me. They show what has true value, and it’s not money! Money is something that […]
We see the BEST King’s heart. The standards God asks kings to live up to. Oh how wonderfully a nation would fare with such a king! Today Solomon focuses on a king’s heart and how he should rule. That is the unifying theme in these verses. My bible helps identified the end and beginning of […]
It is said that if you want to make God laugh, tell Him your plans. Solomon shares with us how well God lays out His plans for His children. Whose laughing now? This section of proverbs is tied together with the reference to man’s plans or God’s plans. At least that’s how my bible helps […]