Do not wear yourself out to get rich; have the wisdom to show restraint (Proverbs 23:4). I love that phrase:  "Have the wisdom to show restraint."  I need that kind of wisdom in a big way.  Not so much, honestly, when it comes to getting rich -- though… more »

A man's wisdom gives him patience; it is to his glory to overlook an offense (Proverbs 19:11). It is a sweltering July evening.  I look out over the basketball court, at the various men and boys stretching their legs, practicing their shots.  I find my… more »

A hot-tempered man stirs up dissension, but a patient man calms a quarrel (Proverbs 15:18). The bicycle paths of Amsterdam are the proving grounds for my soul.  Moses had his desert.  Paul had his dungeons.  And I have my bicycle paths to test my chara… more »

One man pretends to be rich, yet has nothing; another pretends to be poor, yet has great wealth (Proverbs 13:7). The town was incredulous, when the news came out about Mr. and Mrs. Pemberton's endowments.  Patty Jones couldn't stop talking about it, at… more »

There is deceit in the hearts of those who plot evil, but joy for those who promote peace (Proverbs 12:20). Are you a peace-keeper?  Or a peace-maker?  Do you spend your time wishing and hoping and waiting for peace to prevail?  Or do you actively camp… more »