‘A fool despiseth his father’s instruction: but he that regardeth reproof is prudent.’ Proverbs 15:5 A person that despises his father’s instruction is a fool. I like the NLT version of today’s scripture; ‘Only a fool despises a parent’s discipline; whoever learns from correction is wise’. The word Prudent is used here as wise; and it describes someone who learns from the correction given by his or her father. In order to be counted as prudent and not foolish you need to heed your parents’ instructions. It is commonly agreed that discipline......

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‘Fools make a mock at sin: but among the righteous there is favour’ Proverbs 14:9 In life we must relate with different people. People that make brazen sin look commonplace is not wise. The closer you move to such people the more you will imbibe such an attitudes. The person may not necessarily be a bad person however because they make a mock at sin they are foolish. Be careful around such people for the temptation will be to brush off sin yourself. Proverbs 14:10 KJV says: ‘The heart knoweth his own......

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‘He that keepeth his mouth keepeth his life: but he that openeth wide his lips shall have destruction.’ Proverbs 13:3 ‘Be careful what you say and protect your life. A careless talker destroys himself.’ Proverbs 13:3 (GNT) ‘Careful words make for a careful life; careless talk may ruin everything.’ Proverbs 13:3 (MSG) So, be careful of what you say, do not let your emotions run your mouth. Let your discretion and sound judgement prevail. It is really not compulsory that you say something during a conversation all the time; keep quiet if......

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‘A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth: and the recompence of a man’s hands shall be rendered unto him.’ Proverbs 12:14 ‘Your reward depends on what you say and what you do; you will get what you deserve.’ Proverbs 12:14 (GNT) ‘Well-spoken words bring satisfaction; well-done work has its own reward.’ Proverbs 12:14 (MSG) In the way you receive reward for your labour, so shall you also receive reward for what you say. Every statement you make is a seed and the fruit shall be your......

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