Daily Challenges Archive
“The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion.”
I know I wrote about this last month. I also know there are 27 other powerful verses in this chapter. It’s just that the powerful yet clear and simple truth of these 16 words is captivating, at least to me. Guilt is a powerful emotion. My grammar ...
“One who is full loathes honey from the comb, but to the hungry even what is bitter tastes sweet.”
I was recently with a young business leader of substantial wealth. His wealth primarily comes from his family, although he certainly takes the growth and management of it seriously. He is a great example of The Edge leader, as well as someone who ...
“A lying tongue hates those it hurts, and a flattering mouth works ruin.”
There is a saying that lies will die, but truth will endure. This is borne out by eternity. God’s word is truth, and it will live forever. It is perfect. Lies of any sort are evil at their core and will be destroyed by the fires of hell. A flatter...
“Remove the dross from the silver, and a silversmith can produce a vessel;”
“Dross is a solid mass of impurities that floats on molten metal. It has no value and is often called scum” (Dental Devotions). This is a very unappealing and unattractive description that the writer of Proverbs uses to illustrate the tensions and...
“If you falter in a time of trouble, how small is your strength!”
Now there is a question? We have all heard stories of people overcoming challenges in life—those men and women who face unimaginable obstacles and rise above them, emerging victorious, even if that victory simply means survival. Ever had a bad day...
“Listen to your father, who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old.”
This verse assumes a lot about fathers. It does not assume perfection, but it does tap into motives and purpose. Fathers should be a primary resource for their children in wisdom, counsel, instruction, and truth. They should always remember that t...
“A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold.”
Notice that this verse has nothing to do with how rich, popular, or even famous someone is. A few years ago, a crossing guard at a local elementary school died in an accident. Shortly after, stories began to emerge about the impact this man’s life...
“To do what is right and just is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.”
This has always been one of my favorite verses. I have witnessed, as I’m sure you have as well, many people who believe that their sacrificial acts allow them to live however they want and treat others however they please the rest of the time. Acc...
“Wine is a mocker and beer a brawler; whoever is led astray by them is not wise.”
When I was much younger, living in South Florida, there was a guy I really did not like. It seemed that every time I went to a particular set of tennis courts, he was there. Without going into too much detail, there was a good reason not to like h...
“Stop listening to instruction, my son, and you will stray from the words of knowledge.”
The word “stray” in this verse is a powerful concept in scripture. It carries with it imagery that portrays the process of straying vividly. The dictionary of words for the King James says it literally means, “The act of wandering”. The great hymn...
“One who is slack in his work is brother to one who destroys.”
“On January 5, 2024, a door plug panel blew off a Boeing 737 Max 9 Alaska Airlines flight from Portland, Oregon, to Ontario, California. The incident caused a gaping hole in the side of the plane, leading to a rapid loss of cabin pressure and the ...
“Even fools are thought wise if they keep silent, and discerning if they hold their tongues.”
You’ve probably heard the old saying, “Even a fish wouldn’t get in trouble if it kept its mouth shut.” Cute, but it does make the point Solomon does in this verse. Jesus’ half-brother James also makes this point when he advises us to “be quick to ...
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