Monthly Archives: January 2013

January 9, 2013

Posted on January 12, 2013 by jgarrott

Proverbs 14:12 There is a way that seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death. Here we have presented, in rather blunt, graphic terms, the danger in relying only on human judgment. Where the English … Continue reading →

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January 8, 2013

Posted on January 9, 2013 by jgarrott

Proverbs 14:2 He whose walk is upright fears the LORD, but he whose ways are devious despises him. One of the things you can get from this verse is a secular proverb: “Actions speak louder than words.” The Bible has … Continue reading →

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January 7, 2013

Posted on January 9, 2013 by jgarrott

Proverbs 13:20 He who walks with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm. This general theme comes up many times in Proverbs, simply because it’s true: who you hang with makes a big difference. We can’t … Continue reading →

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January 6, 2013

Posted on January 9, 2013 by jgarrott

Proverbs 13:6 Righteousness guards the man of integrity, but wickedness overthrows the sinner. This is put interestingly, because we don’t usually personify our actions like this. The first half brings to mind Ephesians 6:14, which in turn is an echo … Continue reading →

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January 5, 2013

Posted on January 6, 2013 by jgarrott

Proverbs 12:23 A prudent man keeps his knowledge to himself, but the heart of fools blurts out folly. I am reminded of the saying, “It is better to keep silent and be thought a fool than to open your mouth … Continue reading →

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January 4, 2013

Posted on January 6, 2013 by jgarrott

Proverbs 12:18 Reckless words pierce like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing. This chapter, along with Proverbs as a whole, has a lot to say about the power of words. That’s appropriate, considering that the book … Continue reading →

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January 3, 2013

Posted on January 6, 2013 by jgarrott

Proverbs 12:1 Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates correction is stupid. As a school teacher of over 30 years experience, I can say a hearty AMEN to this verse! However, it applies in many areas, and not … Continue reading →

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January 2, 2013

Posted on January 6, 2013 by jgarrott

Proverbs 11:30 The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and he who wins souls is wise. What a difference a translation makes! I have liked this verse for a long time as an encouragement to evangelism, but … Continue reading →

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January 1, 2013

Posted on January 6, 2013 by jgarrott

1 Peter 2:2-3 Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, now that you have tasted that the Lord is good. The word picture here is so clear, and so … Continue reading →

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December 31, 2012

Posted on January 1, 2013 by jgarrott

Isaiah 43:10 “You are my witnesses,” declares the LORD, “and my servant whom I have chosen. so that you may know and believe me and understand that I am he.” Many prophetic passages in Isaiah are addressed to Christ, but … Continue reading →

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