1 Corinthians 4:12-14
12We work hard with our own hands. When we are cursed, we bless; when we are persecuted, we endure it; 13when we are slandered, we answer kindly. We have become the scum of the earth, the garbage of the world—right up to this moment. 14I am writing this not to shame you but... [read more]
Proverbs 10:13-14
13Wisdom is found on the lips of the discerning, but a rod is for the back of one who has no sense. 14The wise store up knowledge, but the mouth of a fool invites ruin.
Jack Of All Trades
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Psalm 6:10
10All my enemies will be overwhelmed with shame and anguish; they will turn back and suddenly be put to shame.
Several years ago, a disgruntled athlete silently protested against what he felt as biases among business entrepreneurs. When he was offered a salary that presumed to be adeq... [read more]
1 Corinthians 4:8-11
8Already you have all you want! Already you have become rich! You have begun to reign—and that without us! How I wish that you really had begun to reign so that we also might reign with you! 9For it seems to me that God has put us apostles on display at the end of the proc... [read more]
Proverbs 10:11-12
11The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. 12Hatred stirs up conflict, but love covers over all wrongs.
Maintenance
When you are more than 50 years old, one realistic question that is not readily appreciated is, “Are you t... [read more]
Psalm 6:9
9The Lord has heard my cry for mercy; the Lord accepts my prayer.
If you testify of personal experience, what concern has made you cry to the Lord? Have you personally encountered a terrible person who made your life uncomfortable or worst and made you regret that you were acquainted ... [read more]
1 Corinthians 4:5-7
5Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of the heart. At that time each will receive their praise from God. 6Now, brothers and sisters, I have applied these ... [read more]
