According to Proverbs 2.9, discernment impacts my decisions and thus, my behavior. As such, discernment fuels sound decisions. The Precept Explained Discernment is an outcome. First, of reverence, Proverbs 1.7 and 2.5. Then, of growing wisdom, Proverbs 1.2 and 2.2. In turn, discernment affects my decisions. And, my behavior, Proverbs 2.9. But especially in how […]
Proverbs 15.21 says I either build insight or continue to enjoy stupidity! Hence, I must realize that experiential insight avoids problems. Foolish behavior gives evidence of a lack of character. Conversely, sound behavior comes from developing experiential insight. Proverbs 15.21 paraphrase The Precept Explained The observations in Proverbs 15.21 and Proverbs 11.12 link poor character […]
Proverbs 10.8 is a definition. In short, absorbing the precepts makes me wise-hearted. Thus, I learn how to become wise-hearted by mastering the Proverbs! Wise Up! Who most often uses the phrase wise up? Well, I suspect you answered “a frustrated parent who is yelling at a teenager!” Or else, you answered something like that, […]
One take-away from Proverbs 23.7 is my constant thoughts drive my daily behavior. Thus, I am what I think I am – for better or for worse! So, to change myself, I must change my thinking. I become what I constantly think about! What’s worse, my words may not reflect my true intentions.Proverbs 23.7 paraphrase […]