"He who has knowledge spares his words, and a man of understanding is of a calm spirit." (NKJV) Proverbs 17:27
God gives children to parents as gifts and makes them stewards of these priceless treasures. ...
"He who has knowledge spares his words, and a man of understanding is of a calm spirit." (NKJV) Proverbs 17:27
God gives children to parents as gifts and makes them stewards of these priceless treasures. ...
“Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding. Esteem her and she will honour you.” (NIV) Proverbs 4:7-8
People often have the perception that formal education ...
"He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm. He said to His disciples, “why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?”. ...
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Trials are probably one of the most difficult blessings to appreciate because they aren't much fun when we are facing them. We have an easier time understanding physical trials than spiritual trials. ...
... is our adversary. He prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour (1 Peter 5:8). He uses lies, deception, and temptation to lure us away from God's truth. Understanding his tactics is critical ...
... to forego the fear, shame, and persecution we will face and go on to speak the truth of Christ regardless. We must preach the truth until the very end.
May God lifts our understanding and empowers us ...
... of God. What we have received is not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, so that we may understand what God has freely given us." (NIV) 1 Corinthians 2:10b-12
Understanding another ...
“Where then does wisdom come from? Where does understanding dwell? It is hidden from the eyes of every living thing, concealed even from the birds in the sky. Destruction and Death say, “Only a rumor of ...
... complicated things and have explanations for many life issues. God and holiness seem irrelevant to mankind now. People run to God only when there is an issue that is beyond their understanding.
Sin has ...
... love, and attaining to all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the knowledge of the mystery of God, both of the Father and of Christ" (NKJV) Colossians 2:1-2
Paul, the apostle in his letter ...
"Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths" (KJV) Proverbs 3:5-6
How often do we wonder about the ...
... be effective in all angles of life. Do not hide behind the Christian faith to be lazy and hope miracles will just happen. Faith demands action.
Not having adequate knowledge and understanding will not ...
... 4:10,14
Many people hesitate or run from God’s love and calling because of fear, self-doubt, or misunderstanding. In Exodus 4:10, Moses tries to avoid God’s mission, feeling unqualified and unworthy. ...
... on our own understanding because we are limited, and the consequences will be disastrous. Our love for God should be in the form of our actions but not just words.
The great aspect is that there is a ...
... and weary when God’s time exceeds our set time. However, understanding His Will for us will enable us to build the spirit of patience and trust that God is still at work in our favour.
Biblical characters ...
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding;" (NIV) Proverbs 3:5
Expert inputs can be valuable, but when treated as absolute truth, they can lead to misplaced expectations. ...
... previous article, we saw Peter ask what he and the other disciples would gain for following Jesus. Though his question was legitimate, Jesus broadened his understanding—earthly rewards are temporary, but ...
... True wisdom is in trusting God’s Word above our own understanding (Proverbs 3:5-6).
Though doing right may bring us stress, the prize is worth the test of life (Galatians 6:9). May we choose what’s true ...
... in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, let's present our requests to God (Philippians 4:6).
Above all, let us continue to trust in God and lean not on our own understanding (Proverbs ...
