From Matthew 13.20-21 I learn that seeds don’t root deeply in thin, rocky soil. Likewise, blind spots in my life indicate shallowness. Unfortunately, shallow-mindedness is deadly! Pay attention! The precepts don’t thrive in a shallow character. Matthew 13.18, 20-21 paraphrase The Precept Explained You don’t know what you don’t know! Hence, the need for outside […]
According to Matthew 13.18-19, narrow-mindedness is deadly! So, don’t be hard-headed and inflexible because everyone suffers as a result. Pay attention! The precepts don’t take root in a stubborn character. Matthew 13.18-19 paraphrase The Precept Explained I limit what I can contribute as a professional when I will not listen to good advice. Likewise, I […]
Proverbs 2.21-22 teaches that I enjoy a stable, settled life by finding a clear purpose and by living with integrity. Hence, I learn that clean living does pay off! A spiritually upright life produces stability and directs me toward God-given purpose. Conversely, a godless life is a disaster! Proverbs 2.21-22 paraphrase The Precept Explained While […]
In Proverbs 2.11 and following, we read how discretion drives wise choices. Hence, clear thinking produces sound decisions. The Precept Explained Intentional personal growth builds discretion, Proverbs 2.11. In turn, that deep thinking combines with experiential insight. Together, they equip me to effectively address challenges. For example, in dealing with interpersonal choices as presented in […]
Proverbs 2.10 is about a wise heart. Thus, when I get to that point – what’s next? The verse suggests that growth can be deeply spiritual, thus more than I expected! Wisdom drives character change that’s deeply spiritual. Proverbs 2.10 paraphrase The Precept Explained Now what? What can I expect from a changed character and […]