Good Advice In Proverbs chapters 6–10, Solomon continues his instruction to his son but giving him some good advice that will increase his days, bring joy, and ensure a continued fellowship with God. These words of wisdom are just as … Read More
Diligent or Lagging In Romans 12, Paul offers a number of short exhortations to his readers. The King James Version translates the first part of verse 11, “Not slothful in business.” The Christian should be diligent for his employer, but … Read More
Fear of the Lion One of the more amusing passages in the Old Testament is Proverbs 22:13: “The sluggard says, “There is a lion outside! I shall be killed in the streets!” (ESV) To properly appreciate the proverb, it … Read More
God spoke through the prophet Amos saying, “Woe to them that are at ease in Zion” (Amos 6:1). The prophet is warning the Israel that their ease and laziness, their comfort and complacency, would bring them much sorrow. Christ taught … Read More
Okay, so “idletry” is not a word. My spell checker keeps telling me so and I cannot find it in the dictionary. But those of you who know me know that I am not shy when it comes to making … Read More
