13 The one who gives an answer before he listens— this is foolishness and disgrace for him. (Proverbs 18:13 CSB) God gave us two ears and one mouth for a reason. To listen twice as much as we speak. However, the world tells us that we need to be heard. That what we have to … Read more
1 The heavens declare the glory of God, and the expanse proclaims the work of his hands. 2 Day after day they pour out speech; night after night they communicate knowledge. (Psalm 19:1-2 CSB) When something is self-evident it takes no explanation. Sometimes we call that a no-brainer. It just is. We assume that others … Read more
14 I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 3:14 CSB) We need goals in life. Without them we tend to just move through life with no real direction. Much like when we travel, we must pick a destination and plan how … Read more
7 Above all, be strong and very courageous to observe carefully the whole instruction my servant Moses commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right or the left, so that you will have success wherever you go. (Joshua 1:7 CSB) I was never much for statistics or calculations. I have, over the years, … Read more
16 The reflections of the heart belong to mankind, but the answer of the tongue is from the Lord. 2 All a person’s ways seem right to him, but the Lord weighs motives.[a] 3 Commit your activities to the Lord, and your plans will be established. (Proverbs 16:1-3 CSB) The world perceives and see’s success … Read more