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The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is safe.
Proverbs 29:25, ESV
When we follow along with the crowd or are too afraid to stand for what is true and right because of the culture, we risk offending our Creator even more.
The worst the world can do to us is kill us, and then we are with God, anyway.
Whoever pursues righteousness and kindness will find life, righteousness, and honor.
Proverbs 21:21, ESV
Living a life of peace fosters peace. Seeking peace with and for God through Jesus Christ brings eternal life and possibly life for others to His glory.
The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.
Proverbs 16:9, ESV
We may think we know what’s best for us, but God is moving our lives from behind the scenes. Sometimes He gives us what we want, and sometimes we’re happy with it.
The best thing is when He draws us to Jesus.
Whoever brings blessing will be enriched, and one who waters will himself be watered.
Proverbs 11:25, ESV
We are blessed to bless. God gives to us so that we can give to others.
There is also a joy that comes from giving to others, especially when the gospel is shared and they find the joy of salvation.
Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.
Proverbs 13:20, ESV
We can choose to follow this world and its rejection of and rebellion to God, or we can follow God and His People – the Church – pursuing Christ, the Wosdom of God.
Whoever pursues righteousness and kindness will find life, righteousness, and honor.
Proverbs 21:21, ESV
Our God full of kindness and righteousness is the source of all kindness and righteousness. Pursuing the qualities should lead us to the Giver of Life and Redeemer of our souls.
Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand.
Proverbs 19:21, ESV
We think we have complete control over our lives, but natural and man-made disasters, illnesses, and accidents remind us that we have very little control.
Knowing God is in control helps to calm us and be the calming help of someone going through one of those emergencies, for His glory
Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life.
Proverbs 4:23, ESV
Our hearts are deceitful and wicked, so only the Lord of Life can cleanse us. Therefore, protect it by trusting in our God and Savior.
A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.
Proverbs 17:17, ESV
We fight and divide, but God stepped down to reconcile us and call us friends and adopted brothers in Christ.
Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise; when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent.
Proverbs 17:28, ESV
“If you can’t say nuthin’ nice, don’t say nuthin’ at all.”
Sometimes, the best thing to say is nothing. It can be the most loving and intelligent thing to say so that no one gets hurt.
Including yourself.
a simple man of God 