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“Death and life are in the power of the tongue; those who love it will eat its fruit.” - Proverbs 18:21 -
“He becomes poor who works with a lazy hand, but the hand of the diligent brings wealth.” - Proverbs 10:4 -
“Go to the ant, you sluggard. Consider her ways and be wise;” - Proverbs 6:6 -
“Open your mouth for the mute, in the cause of all who are left desolate.” - Proverbs 31:8 -
“Prepare your work outside and get your fields ready. Afterwards, build your house.” - Proverbs 24:27 -
“Better is a dry morsel with quietness, than a house full of feasting with strife.” - Proverbs 17:1 -
“Better is little, with the fear of the LORD, than great treasure with trouble.” - Proverbs 15:16 -
“Whoever tends the fig tree shall eat its fruit. He who looks after his master shall be honored.” - Proverbs 27:18 -
“Iron sharpens iron; so, a man sharpens his friend's countenance.” - Proverbs 27:17 -
“Whoever loves correction loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid.” - Proverbs 12:1 -
“He who corrects a mocker invites insult. He who reproves a wicked man invites abuse. Don't reprove a scoffer, lest he hate you. Reprove a wise man, and he will love you.” Proverbs 9:7-8
“One who rebukes a man will afterward find more favor than one who flatters with the tongue.” (Pro 28:23)
“Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; but one who keeps the law is blessed.” - Proverbs 29:18 -
“As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to those who send him; for he refreshes the soul of his masters.” - Proverbs 25:13 -
“Listen to your father who gave you life, and don't despise your mother when she is old.” - Proverbs 23:22 -
“A man of many companions may be ruined, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.” - Proverbs 18:24 -
“One who walks with wise men grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm.” (Pro 13:20)
“Let your spring be blessed. Rejoice in the wife of your youth. A loving doe and a graceful deer— let her breasts satisfy you at all times. Be captivated always with her love.” (Pro 5:18-19)
“Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” (Proverbs 4:23)
“A wise man scales the city of the mighty and brings down the strength of its confidence.” (Pro 21:22)
“The plans of the diligent surely lead to profit; and everyone who is hasty surely rushes to poverty.” (Pro 21:5 NASB)
“A man's heart plans his course, but The LORD directs his steps.” (Pro 16:9)
“Commit your deeds to the LORD, and your plans shall succeed.” (Pro 16:3)
“He who tills his land shall have plenty of bread, but he who chases fantasies is void of understanding.” (Pro 12:11)
“He who gathers in summer is a wise son, but he who sleeps during the harvest is a son who causes shame.” (Pro 10:5)
"A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth. The work of a man's hands shall be rewarded to him.” - Proverbs 12:14 -
Christmas is very special. For me, it's a time to be thankful, to be grateful, and to give thanks for the larger and the smaller things in life, and a time to remember God's gift to us. In this special season, just have a great time and enjoy. Have a wonderful New Year looking forward to 2022. I'm sure it'll have its challenges, but it will be interesting. From my family to your family, have a fantastic Christmas and a prosperous and blessed 2022!
“Then I saw and considered well. I saw, and received instruction: a little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep; so, your poverty will come as a robber, and your want as an armed man. - Proverbs 24:32-34
“Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will serve kings. He won't serve obscure men.” - Proverbs 22:29 -
“In all hard work there is profit, but the talk of the lips leads only to poverty.” - Proverbs 14:23 -
“Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it is the wellspring of life” (Pro 4:23)
“Provides her bread in the summer and gathers her food in the harvest.” (Pro 6:8)
“She gives no thought to the way of life. Her ways are crooked, and she doesn't know it.” (Pro 5:6)
“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” (Pro 15:1)
“The mouth of the righteous is a spring of life, but violence covers the mouth of the wicked.” Proverbs 10:11
“With persuasive words, she led him astray. With the flattering of her lips, she seduced him. He followed her immediately, as an ox goes to the slaughter, as a fool stepping into a noose. - Proverbs 7: 21-22 -
“Provides her bread in the summer and gathers her food in the harvest.” - Proverbs 6:8 -
“One who despises his neighbor is void of wisdom, but a man of understanding holds his peace.” - Proverbs 11:12 -
“He who conceals his sins doesn't prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.” - Pro 28:13 -
“That which makes a man to be desired is his kindness. A poor man is better than a liar.” - Pro 19:22 -
The discretion of a man makes him slow to anger. It is his glory to overlook an offense.” (Proverbs 19:17)
“Wealth gained dishonestly dwindles away, but he who gathers by hand makes it grow” - Proverbs 13:11 -
“One who brings gossip betrays a confidence, but one who is of a trustworthy spirit is one who keeps a secret.” Proverbs 11:13
“Plans are established by advice; by wise guidance you wage war!” - Proverbs 20:18
“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom. The knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” - Proverbs 9:10 -
“Bind them on your fingers. Write them on the tablet of your heart. Tell wisdom, “You are my sister.” Call understanding your relative,” (Proverbs 7: 4-5)
“For wisdom will enter into your heart. Knowledge will be pleasant to your soul. Discretion will watch over you. Understanding will keep you, to deliver you from the way of evil, from the men who speak perverse things;” - Proverbs 2:10–12-
“If you seek her as silver, and search for her as for hidden treasures: then you will understand the fear of the LORD and find the knowledge of God.” (Proverbs 2:3–5)
“It isn't good to have zeal without knowledge; nor being hasty with one's feet and missing the way.” (Proverbs 19:2)
“A man void of understanding strikes hands and becomes collateral in the presence of his neighbor.” (Proverbs 17:18)