A man of knowledge uses words with restraint, and a man of understanding is even-tempered (Proverbs 17:27). One of the most important lessons that I’ve learned about leadership (though it also applies to evangelism, apologetics, and relationships in… more »

Can a man scoop fire into his lap without his clothes being burned? (Proverbs 6:27) Does this Proverb really need much embellishment or explanation?  I don't think so.  To me, this is an example of the Proverbs at their best: graphic, visceral, forcefu… more »

At the end of your life you will groan, when you flesh and body are spent.  You will say, "How I hated discipline!  How my heart spurned correction!  I would not obey my teachers or listen to my instructors.  I have come to the brink of utter ruin in the… more »

This is the way of an adulteress:  She eats and wipes her mouth and says, "I've done nothing wrong." My youngest son, Cor, is an absolute mess when it comes to meal-times.  I suppose it's just a part of being three years old, but he seems to take extra… more »

Wounds from a friend can be trusted, but an enemy multiplies kisses (Proverbs 27:6). Tell me it quick and tell it straight --Too many Others lieMultiplied kisses of Flattering WordsThe kisses my Death belieBut wounds from a Friend can be trustedWith ex… more »