Keeping up appearances

Someone may be convinced they’re innocent, andbmay even appear to be innocent, but that doesn’t mean they are!


Proverbs 30:20 (HCSB): This is the way of an adulteress:
she eats and wipes her mouth and says, “I’ve done nothing wrong.”

Common Sense

Say what you will, but common sense isn’t confined to those with lots of money.

Proverbs 28:11 (HCSB): A rich man is wise in his own eyes,
but a poor man who has discernment sees through him.

Heads!

In other words, two heads are better than one!

Proverbs 27:9 (HCSB): Oil  and incense bring joy to the heart, 

and the sweetness of a friend is better than self-counsel.

The Finer Things

Having the finer things in life is all well and good; just make sure not to spend all your money on them!

Proverbs 21:17 (HCSB): he one who loves pleasure will become a poor man;
whoever loves wine and oil will not get rich.

Legos

Just like legos comes varying colors, styles, and sizes, but each piece is still hurts when you step on it, wrong may come in many different forms, but it’s still wrong!

Proverbs 20:10 (HCSB): Differing weights and varying measures —
both are detestable to the Lord.

Narcissism

Narcissism means being so self-absorbed you can’t focus on anything else, but self-interest means valuing yourself enough to desire success and learn how to get there!

Proverbs 19:8 (HCSB):  The one who acquires good sense  loves himself;
one who safeguards understanding finds success.

Playing favorites

In other words, don’t play favorites!

Proverbs 18:5 (HCSB): 5 It is not good to show partiality to the guilty
by perverting the justice due the innocent.

Terms

Want to be a long-term leader? Make sure you have integrity!

Proverbs 16:12 (HCSB): Wicked behavior  is detestable to kings,
since a throne is established through righteousness.

Juked

Like a receiver juking a tackler and heading toward the goal line, avoiding the temptation to respond to someone with anger avoids a larger confrontation, and moves straight to the goal of solving the issue!

Proverbs 15:1 (HCSB): A gentle answer turns away anger,
but a harsh word stirs up wrath.

Planning to fail

The saying goes, “Fail to plan, plan to fail.” However, you want to make sure you’re making the right plans!

Proverbs 14:22 (HCSB): Don’t those who plan evil go astray?
But those who plan good find loyalty and faithfulness.

‘nough said!

‘nough said!

Proverbs 11:13 (HCSB): A gossip goes around revealing a secret,
but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence.

Chutes and Ladders

Like a player who avoids the chute and climbs the ladder  in Chutes and Ladders, so the righteous move forward in life while the treacherous fall. Which way do you want to go today?

Proverbs 11:5–6 (HCSB):
The righteousness of the blameless clears his path,
but the wicked person will fall because of his wickedness.
The righteousness of the upright rescues them,
but the treacherous are trapped by their own desires.

Following Instructions

Whether it’s a task given by the boss, directions to assemble a toy, or God’s instructions to receive abundant life, those who ignore instruction will find themselves in trouble, while those who follow instructions will find themselves in blessings. Today, are you too proud to try “following the instructions?”

Proverbs 13:13 (HCSB): The one who has contempt for instruction will pay the penalty,
but the one who respects a command will be rewarded.

Problems

More money may be what everyone desires, but more money often comes with a new set of problems. Today, be thankful for the problems you don’t have!

Proverbs 13:8–9 (HCSB): Riches are a ransom for a man’s life,
but a poor man hears no threat.

Maps

A person’s speech is like a roadmap. The question is, does yours lead to trouble or security?

Proverbs 12:13 (HCSB): An evil man is trapped by his rebellious speech,
but a righteous one escapes from trouble.

Proverbs 11:2 (HCSB): When pride comes, disgrace follows, but with humility comes wisdom.