Lilka Finley Raphael
A fool spurns a parent’s discipline, but whoever heeds correction shows prudence. --Proverbs 15:5 (NIV)Now that my children are adults and long gone from the nest, I constantly remember my mother’s wise words, “Once a parent, always a parent. The prayers never cease.” She was adamant that parenting had no...
He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread: but he that followeth vain persons is void of understanding (Proverbs 12:11). Life is hard work, and God said it would be so. When Adam and E…
A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel (Proverbs 12:10). When this proverb was written, a lot of work was accomplished using animals, and th…
I mentioned earlier this year that I am studying the book of Proverbs. (“The Message” version.) The amount of wisdom this book contains is remarkable. God certainly answered Solomon’s request. When…
The thoughts of the righteous are right: but the counsels of the wicked are deceit. The words of the wicked are to lie in wait for blood: but the mouth of the upright shall deliver them. The wicked…
A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband: but she that maketh ashamed is as rottenness in his bones (Proverbs 12:4). What is the meaning of Proverbs 12:4 from a Christian perspective? What does i…
Lori Altebaumer
“She considers a field and buys it; from her profits she buys a vineyard.” Proverbs 31 v.16 (NKJV) In part one of this post, we considered how the place to start with understanding Proverbs 31 was in the fear of the Lord.“But a woman who fears the Lord, she shall...
Whoso loveth instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof is brutish (Proverbs 12:1). The meaning of Proverbs 12:1 is straightforward. A person that welcomes instruction gains knowledge…
Hannah
Proverbs 4:23:"Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it."1 Corinthians 12:4-8"Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, and it keeps...
Kathleen Orenza
"Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you'll start having positive results." -Willie Nelson-In every person's heart, there is a deep desire for peace, joy, and new beginnings. Positive living is not just an idea; it is a life-changing path. You might wonder how a life filled with positivity...
Kathleen Orenza
Life planning with God is a sacred journey where you walk alongside the Creator, allowing His guidance to lead you to your dreams. This path is not about quickly checking off goals but about developing a deep relationship with the One who knows your heart's true desires.Think of a life...
I read a poem today, and I was not too fond of it. The person who penned the words claimed that because the world is “flawed,” the one at “fault” is the Creator. I see this as a huge problem today.…
Kathy Collard MillerWould you like a Bible study filled with wisdom, devotions, group/individual questions, and coloring pages? This new book for studying Proverbs has it all. And there will be two winners!
Today on a day when mothers are celebrated worldwide, I find myself reflecting on the Proverbs 31 woman. You see I grew up hearing Christian women aspiring to be the Proverbs 31 woman. I also heard…
Take a moment today and thank the mom in your life. Here are a few notable Bible verses that honor mom that will hopefully help you realize just how important she is to you and your family:
May the following 20 Scripture verses not only fuel your faith and provide energy when there seems to be none, but may God reveal Himself to you in a very special way through His Word.
Our most common commands might be mainly safety-oriented: “Always wash your hands before you eat.” “Wear sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.” “Don’t forget your bike helmet or seatbelt.” Those are not necessarily bad commands. But if they are the primary teaching of a mother to a son, they will not keep a son safe, but handicap him.
For a Christian woman to choose a career outside the home that voids her duties at home is sin and bad for the family. This stance always receives heat. But consider this …
It seems kind of strange that someone would even associate foods from the Bible with planning a menu for a date night with your sweetheart. No joke about it, the simple fact of the matter is that some of the most delicious foods that delight the palette come straight from the pages of Scripture.
In our culture, it’s common to hear some variation of, “Abortion is no one else’s business. That’s a decision between a woman and her doctor.” Others might say, “Abortion is an issue between a woman and God.” I give a response in this 2-minute audio clip.