Proverbs 24:11-12
11 Rescue those being led away to death;
hold back those staggering toward slaughter,
12 If you say, "But we knew nothing about this,"
does not he who weighs the heart perceive it?
Does not he who guards your life know it?
Will he not repay each person according to what he has done?
I think what he is trying to say is "God knows!"
Till next time...
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Friday, June 15, 2012
Proverbs B90X Day 46
I have learned that Proverbs has 3 main sections.
Chapter 2 talks about the moral benefits to wisdom. I think this is a chapter to read frequently. There sure seems to be a lot of warnings against the adulteress.
Chapter 2:16 "It will save you from the adulteress, from the wayward wife with her seductive words."
Chapter 5:3&4 "For the lips of an adulteress drip honey,and her speech is smoother than oil. but in the end she is bitter as gall, sharp as a two edged sword.
Chapter 6:24-25 "keeping you from immoral women, from the smooth tongues of the wayward wife. Do not lust in your heart after her beauty, or let her captivate you with her eyes.
Chapter 7:4-5 "Say to wisdom, "you are my sister," and call understanding your kinsman. they will keep you from the adulteress, from the wayward wife with her seductive words.
There seems to be a common theme here. DO WE GET IT GUYS? I can you hear you now. Your saying I got this under control, I understand this, you don't have to worry about me.
If that is the case than why do you think God is repeating this over and over to us. Too many families being ripped apart because a man is thinking with the wrong ______! Even in the church guys.
To all of you that really do have this figured out, that is awesome. Teach the benefits to other men.
Till next time...
- Wisdom for young people!
- Wisdom for all people!
- Wisdom for the Leaders!
Chapter 2 talks about the moral benefits to wisdom. I think this is a chapter to read frequently. There sure seems to be a lot of warnings against the adulteress.
Chapter 2:16 "It will save you from the adulteress, from the wayward wife with her seductive words."
Chapter 5:3&4 "For the lips of an adulteress drip honey,and her speech is smoother than oil. but in the end she is bitter as gall, sharp as a two edged sword.
Chapter 6:24-25 "keeping you from immoral women, from the smooth tongues of the wayward wife. Do not lust in your heart after her beauty, or let her captivate you with her eyes.
Chapter 7:4-5 "Say to wisdom, "you are my sister," and call understanding your kinsman. they will keep you from the adulteress, from the wayward wife with her seductive words.
There seems to be a common theme here. DO WE GET IT GUYS? I can you hear you now. Your saying I got this under control, I understand this, you don't have to worry about me.
If that is the case than why do you think God is repeating this over and over to us. Too many families being ripped apart because a man is thinking with the wrong ______! Even in the church guys.
To all of you that really do have this figured out, that is awesome. Teach the benefits to other men.
Till next time...
Half Way Day 45
Congratulations guys.... We are halfway through #B90X. Way to go!!!! That is a huge accomplishment.
Looking forward to another great 45 days.
Till next time...
Looking forward to another great 45 days.
Till next time...
Monday, June 11, 2012
Baseball B90X
OK, what does baseball have to do with B90X?
Nothing really. I just thought I would take a moment to share what is going on in my life right now. I am blessed to be able to help coach my 2 oldest Grandsons baseball team.
The Gators, a collection of young men 6-8 years old who are just learning the game. What a joy it is to teach and encourage these young men. We lost tonight but the boy's played hard and have really improved since the first game. I love being out there with them.
On another note Terri and I celebrated our 33rd anniversary this last weekend. I really have no idea how she has put up with me all these years.
I don't like to preach guys but God is laying this on my heart real strong right now.
YOUR INVESTMENT IN YOUR FAMILY IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR INVESTMENT IN YOUR WORK.
Till next time...
Nothing really. I just thought I would take a moment to share what is going on in my life right now. I am blessed to be able to help coach my 2 oldest Grandsons baseball team.
The Gators, a collection of young men 6-8 years old who are just learning the game. What a joy it is to teach and encourage these young men. We lost tonight but the boy's played hard and have really improved since the first game. I love being out there with them.
On another note Terri and I celebrated our 33rd anniversary this last weekend. I really have no idea how she has put up with me all these years.
I don't like to preach guys but God is laying this on my heart real strong right now.
YOUR INVESTMENT IN YOUR FAMILY IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR INVESTMENT IN YOUR WORK.
Till next time...
Day 40 B90X
The reading has really changed as we move into Psalms. I hate to say it but I miss all the action that we have read up to this point.
I am not sure yet how to write about the Psalms. I did learn that the Psalms is split into 5 dominant themes. They align with the 5 books of Moses. I am sure you all knew that but that was a revelation to me.
Sorry guys, slow learner here.
I would love to hear what scripture from Psalms really got your attention. Please post your responses.
Till next time....
I am not sure yet how to write about the Psalms. I did learn that the Psalms is split into 5 dominant themes. They align with the 5 books of Moses. I am sure you all knew that but that was a revelation to me.
Sorry guys, slow learner here.
I would love to hear what scripture from Psalms really got your attention. Please post your responses.
Till next time....
Job
The book of Job has still got me thinking. There is so much there that I feel like I barely understand.
Satan hanging out with the angels. Is this just Job's words or is it true that Satan has to be allowed by God to attack us? If so why does God allow Satan to attack a righteous man like Job? Isn't that what God wants from us?
How about Job's 3 friends. They did really great till they opened their mouths. They reasoned that Job had to have sinned to have this much trouble. Yet they spoke without having all of the details. Kind of makes me think of the people who say you have a disease or illness because you have sin in your life. Sure doesn't seem like that is always the case if you read Job. But, what do I know.
I wonder how often I offer advice without knowing all of the details? Probably more than I care to admit.
Anyways, Job maintains his righteousness all the way thru. Chapter 38 was brought to my attention by a good friend. I love verse 3, God is now speaking to Job. "Brace yourself like a man; I will question you, and you shall answer me."
Then God proceeds to ask Job some questions that certainly put into perspective who I am and who God is.
Till next time...
Satan hanging out with the angels. Is this just Job's words or is it true that Satan has to be allowed by God to attack us? If so why does God allow Satan to attack a righteous man like Job? Isn't that what God wants from us?
How about Job's 3 friends. They did really great till they opened their mouths. They reasoned that Job had to have sinned to have this much trouble. Yet they spoke without having all of the details. Kind of makes me think of the people who say you have a disease or illness because you have sin in your life. Sure doesn't seem like that is always the case if you read Job. But, what do I know.
I wonder how often I offer advice without knowing all of the details? Probably more than I care to admit.
Anyways, Job maintains his righteousness all the way thru. Chapter 38 was brought to my attention by a good friend. I love verse 3, God is now speaking to Job. "Brace yourself like a man; I will question you, and you shall answer me."
Then God proceeds to ask Job some questions that certainly put into perspective who I am and who God is.
Till next time...
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Friends Day 35
I have read Job a few times and always was focused on Job and his challenges. A little different insight this time.
Job 2:11, Job's 3 friends meet and decide to go and sympathize with and comfort him.
When they saw Job they began to weep aloud, they tore their robes and sprinkled dust on their heads. They sat on the ground with him and not a word is spoken. How long did this go on? I don't know about you but I can barely stand 5 minutes of silence. (Unless of course I am in my nothing box)
7 DAYS AND 7 NIGHTS! Silence, nothing spoken. I guess this was Jewish custom when comforting a friend. They said nothing till Job spoke.
I think this is an awesome example of friendship in a time of need.
So what happens when Job finally speaks? His 3 buddies decide to fix him. Oh, Job, you must have committed a terrible sin. You must repent. Did they really think they understood his situation better than Job did?
I think I need to do a better job of just being there.
I think I need to do a better job of keeping my mouth shut.
I think I need to do a better job of just listening.
Maybe that was enough for Job!
Till next time...
Job 2:11, Job's 3 friends meet and decide to go and sympathize with and comfort him.
When they saw Job they began to weep aloud, they tore their robes and sprinkled dust on their heads. They sat on the ground with him and not a word is spoken. How long did this go on? I don't know about you but I can barely stand 5 minutes of silence. (Unless of course I am in my nothing box)
7 DAYS AND 7 NIGHTS! Silence, nothing spoken. I guess this was Jewish custom when comforting a friend. They said nothing till Job spoke.
I think this is an awesome example of friendship in a time of need.
So what happens when Job finally speaks? His 3 buddies decide to fix him. Oh, Job, you must have committed a terrible sin. You must repent. Did they really think they understood his situation better than Job did?
I think I need to do a better job of just being there.
I think I need to do a better job of keeping my mouth shut.
I think I need to do a better job of just listening.
Maybe that was enough for Job!
Till next time...
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)