Selwyn has set the following verses for reading and meditation, Proverbs 17:1-17 (NLT):
“Better a dry crust eaten in peace than a house filled with feasting—and conflict.
A wise servant will rule over the master’s disgraceful son and will share the inheritance of the master’s children.
Fire tests the purity of silver and gold, but the Lord tests the heart.
Wrongdoers eagerly listen to gossip; liars pay close attention to slander.
Those who mock the poor insult their Maker; those who rejoice at the misfortune of others will be punished.
Grandchildren are the crowning glory of the aged; parents are the pride of their children.
Eloquent words are not fitting for a fool; even less are lies fitting for a ruler.
A bribe is like a lucky charm; whoever gives one will prosper!
Love prospers when a fault is forgiven, but dwelling on it separates close friends.
A single rebuke does more for a person of understanding than a hundred lashes on the back of a fool.
Evil people are eager for rebellion, but they will be severely punished.
It is safer to meet a bear robbed of her cubs than to confront a fool caught in foolishness.
If you repay good with evil, evil will never leave your house.
Starting a quarrel is like opening a floodgate, so stop before a dispute breaks out.
Acquitting the guilty and condemning the innocent – both are detestable to the Lord.
It is senseless to pay tuition to educate a fool, since he has no heart for learning.
A friend is always loyal, and a brother is born to help in time of need.”
The one bit, I did like, from today’s study - is this: ” … friendship is so exciting because you don’t quite know what exactly is going to happen or where it will lead. Christians, of course, who bring their friendships under the authority of God and His Word need not be concerned about anything that comes, for they have – an internal security that enables them to deal with anything and everything.”
I think it’s a good policy that before we go out and mix socially with other people, seeking friendship; that we always first, pray to Jesus, seeking His guidance and protection, asking that He will lead us into friendships, which will be beneficial for us while on our spiritual journey.
What did you get out of today’s study?
Synergy
Selwyn has set the following verses for reading and meditation, Proverbs 17:1-17 (NLT):
“Better a dry crust eaten in peace than a house filled with feasting—and conflict.
A wise servant will rule over the master’s disgraceful son and will share the inheritance of the master’s children.
Fire tests the purity of silver and gold, but the Lord tests the heart.
Wrongdoers eagerly listen to gossip; liars pay close attention to slander.
Those who mock the poor insult their Maker; those who rejoice at the misfortune of others will be punished.
Grandchildren are the crowning glory of the aged; parents are the pride of their children.
Eloquent words are not fitting for a fool; even less are lies fitting for a ruler.
A bribe is like a lucky charm; whoever gives one will prosper!
Love prospers when a fault is forgiven, but dwelling on it separates close friends.
A single rebuke does more for a person of understanding than a hundred lashes on the back of a fool.
Evil people are eager for rebellion, but they will be severely punished.
It is safer to meet a bear robbed of her cubs than to confront a fool caught in foolishness.
If you repay good with evil, evil will never leave your house.
Starting a quarrel is like opening a floodgate, so stop before a dispute breaks out.
Acquitting the guilty and condemning the innocent – both are detestable to the Lord.
It is senseless to pay tuition to educate a fool, since he has no heart for learning.
A friend is always loyal, and a brother is born to help in time of need.”
The one bit, I did like, from today’s study - is this: ” … friendship is so exciting because you don’t quite know what exactly is going to happen or where it will lead. Christians, of course, who bring their friendships under the authority of God and His Word need not be concerned about anything that comes, for they have – an internal security that enables them to deal with anything and everything.”
I think it’s a good policy that before we go out and mix socially with other people, seeking friendship; that we always first, pray to Jesus, seeking His guidance and protection, asking that He will lead us into friendships, which will be beneficial for us while on our spiritual journey.
What did you get out of today’s study?