Daily Challenges Archive

In my repeat journey through Proverb’s I have read this verse well over a hundred times. I’ve always liked the picture it presents. I’m not a big fan of all things to do with the British Royal family but I do see some of their regal pomp and circu...

I have been very intentional to develop facial expressions that instantly communicate with my grandchildren. They know when I’m being serious (seldom) or teasing (often) or experiencing pure joy (can’t hide that one). By early in our lives we beco...

I want this person showing up at my door or my desk. Many of us have had the other messenger show up. The one who gives you news you never wanted or expected. “We are going in a different direction and your position has been eliminated. Something ...

The older I get the more I realize the immeasurable value of having a peaceful heart. On a recent beach trip I rediscovered that value in a fresh way. No internet service and very poor cell reception left me with a good book, beautiful view of the...

Ever driven by a run down place, especially out in the country, and wondered what its story was? Who lived or worked there? What happened to them? How did it go from new and functional to this state of waiting to be practice for the local fire dep...

The predominant wine in Solomon’s day was red. White was known but not nearly as well as the red and it was without a doubt the best. Gazing in this verse carries a sense of seduction with it. As a matter of fact the Arab understood this verse mea...

My accountability partner for about 40 years is an Emergency Room Physician. I’m awed by the lives that have been saved by him and his team over the decades. My son is a traveling ER nurse. I have the same thoughts about his career. Then I think o...

When the Old Testament speaks of ‘the land’ it is referencing what we would understand as an inheritance. I have often pondered the difference between living life on earth as one of God’s children and as a person who is not a part of His family. I...

Aa one of the oft quoted and most powerful verses of Proverbs, especially for business leaders the picture is the warrior doing all he can to have his battle horse as prepared as possible to do his job with excellence but understanding that the ul...

Want the secret to a joy filled, peaceful and content life? Who doesn’t? Here it is. Stay constantly by God’s side. Walk steadily in His companionship. When I worked with teenagers they would be quick to tell me that life sounded boring. Adults of...

BibleRef says, “An Amish proverb states that “we get too soon old and too late smart.” Certain facets of wisdom only come by experience. Unfortunately, some people age more quickly than they mature. In prior eras, numerous factors led to fewer peo...

Again, this is not a justification for stealing. Solomon is specifically comparing the sin of adultery with the sin of stealing. There can be understanding and compassion for a thief stealing food to feed himself and his family while none exists f...