Good Sense Offense

Good sense makes one slow to anger, and it is his glory to overlook an offense. Proverbs 19:11 Two of the traits I notice most on the rise in our culture are anger and being offended. It makes sense because both are deep seated in pride and selfishness, the two most...

Criticism – Question and Answer

Ephesians 4:29 Let no unwholesome word proceed from your mouth, but only such a word as is good for edification according to the need of the moment, so that it will give grace to those who hear. (NASB) (Note: Occasionally I receive a question, or a series of related...

Saying Whats On Your Mind

Proverbs 12:16 A fool’s wrath is known at once, But a prudent man covers shame. (NKJV) Foolishness is lack of wisdom. Foolish behavior manifests itself in various forms and choices. “A fool’s wrath is known at once…” In other words, fools shoot...

The Burden of Self: Pride

(Click here to search for all the posts in this series…)Matthew 11.29-30 Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”Have you ever contemplated...