I write about following Jesus in all of life’s seasons
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I love concrete, inarguable statements. Today’s proverbs are exactly that. “Every word of God is flawless; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him. Do not add to his words, or he will rebuke you and prove you…
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Up Comes Down – Proverbs 29
Here’s an example of one of those backward effect principles. If I lift myself up in pride thinking that’s how I’ll gain honor, the reverse happens. It’ll bring me down. And if I think of myself in a level-headed way I’ll…
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Say “I Was Wrong” – Proverbs 28
I remember watching an episode of “Happy Days” on TV in the 70s when the character Fonzie couldn’t say the words “I was wrong.” It looked like he was choking on his tongue, and watching him struggle made my jaw…