Junk food

Physical health and spiritual health are similar; in order to stay healthy, you have to put down the junk food!

Proverbs 3:7-8

“Don’t consider yourself to be wise;
fear the Lord and turn away from evil.
This will be healing for your body
and strengthening for your bones.”

loyalty

Loyalty given to good ends usually equals loyalty returned, and leads to a good life!
Proverbs 3:1-4
“My son, don’t forget my teaching,
but let your heart keep my commands;
for they will bring you
many days, a full life,   and well-being.
Never let loyalty and faithfulness leave you.
Tie them around your neck;
write them on the tablet of your heart.
We Then you will find favor and high regard
in the sight of God and man.”

The School of Hard Knocks

if you can’t learn from others’ mistakes and take advice, you’ll earn your degree from the School of Hard Knocks!

Proverbs 28:6
The one who trusts in himself  is a fool,
but one who walks in wisdom will be safe.

Toot your horn

“Tooting your own horn” doesn’t count as musical talent! 

Proverbs 26:2 “Let another praise you, and not your own mouth— 

a stranger, and not your own lips.”

Wise Warriors

A wise warrior is better than a strong one,
and a man of knowledge than one of strength;
for you should wage war with sound guidance—
victory comes with many counselors.
Proverbs 24:5-6

Standing out

Want to stand out in a crowd? Be a person of character! 

Proverbs 20:11

“Even a young man is known by his actions— 

if his behavior is pure and upright.”

No need to say anything

This proverb speaks for itself!

Proverbs 14:3
The proud speech of a fool brings a rod of discipline,
but the lips of the wise protect them.