Personal growth brings multiplication. As such, I can multiply personally and professionally, according to Proverbs 11.24-25. And, the more I invest in myself, the more I grow. Growth Thru Multiplication Personal and professional growth is like a savings account. As such, small deposits multiply over time to produce larger balances through compounding. Moreover, one way […]
Proverbs 11.5 observes the importance of my spiritual life in regard to life purpose. In fact, it says finding a purposeful life depends on my spirituality. To find life purpose and clear direction, pursue righteousness. Otherwise, I risk failure. Proverbs 11.5 paraphrase The Precept Explained Spiritual integrity produces life purpose and clear direction, according to […]
In Proverbs 23.6 and 23.8, I’m reminded that bad character yields bad outcomes. So, stay clear. Thus, this is Sow-Reap 101! Don’t associate with someone who is deceptive. Proverbs 23.6 paraphrase Deceptive relationships produce bad outcomes. Proverbs 23.8 paraphrase The Precept Explained If I partner with someone who has a bad character, then I should […]
An important aspect of self-awareness is knowing what’s driving my actions. As such, in Proverbs 23.4-5 I’m warned about materialism, thus chasing the temporal. Watch your motives! Don’t be self-consumed! In short, don’t pursue the temporal! Proverbs 23.4-5 paraphrase The Precept Explained In Proverbs 23.4-5 I’m warned that my dominant passion must not be to […]
Proverbs 18.1 holds out the possibility of personal growth. However, it assumes there is desire and effort. That said, my goal is personal growth. The Basics of Growth The Proverbs date from 1000 BC. As such, they could be one the earliest collections of personal growth materials. In fact, Proverbs may be the very first […]