Solomon

Talebearer, Liar, and Divider

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The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly.   Burning lips and a wicked heart are like a potsherd covered with silver dross.   He that hateth dissembleth with his lips, and layeth up deceit within him;  When he speaketh fair, believe him not: for there are seven abominations in his heart.   Whose hatred is covered by deceit, his wickedness shall be shewed before the whole congregation.   Whoso diggeth a pit shall fall therein: and he that rolleth a stone, it will return upon him.   A lying tongue hateth those that are afflicted by it; and a flattering mouth worketh ruin.

Proverbs 26:22-28

Cold Water News

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The north wind driveth away rain: so doth an angry countenance a backbiting tongue. It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman and in a wide house.  As cold waters to a thirsty soul, so is good news from a far country.   A righteous man falling down before the wicked is as a troubled fountain, and a corrupt spring.   It is not good to eat much honey: so for men to search their own glory is not glory.

He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and with out walls.

Proverbs 25:23-28

Surely There Is An End

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My son, if thine heart be wise, my heart shall rejoice, even mine.  Yea, my reins shall rejoice, when thy lips speak right things.  Let not thine heart envy sinners: but be thou in the fear of the LORD all the day long. For surely there is an end; and thine expectation shall not be cut off.

Proverbs 23:15-18

The Scorner, The Righteous and The Deaf Of Hearing The Poor

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When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise: and when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge.

 The righteous man wisely considereth the house of the wicked: but God overthroweth the wicked for their wickedness.

 Whoso stoppeth his ears at the cry of the poor, he also shall cry himself,  but shall not be heard.

Proverbs 21:11-13

Men, A Just Man, and The Heart of Man

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 Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water; but a man of understanding will draw it out.

 Most men will proclaim every one his own goodness: but a faithful man who can find?

  The just man walketh in his integrity: his children are blessed after him.

Proverbs 20:5-7

That You May Be Wise

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A man of great wrath shall suffer punishment: for if thou deliver him, yet thou must do it again.

 Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end.

 There are many devices in a man’s heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.

 The desire of a man is his kindness: and a poor man is better than a liar.

Proverbs 19:19-22

Wisdom, the Fool; Sin and the Righteous

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The wisdom of the prudent is to understand his way: but the folly of fools is deceit.  Fools make a mock at sin: but among the righteous there is favour.  The heart knoweth his own bitterness; and a stranger doth not intermeddle with his joy

Proverbs 14:8-10

Speaking Truth

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He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.
There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.
The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue is but for a moment.

  Deceit is in the heart of them that imagine evil: but to the counsellors of peace is joy.

Proverbs 12;17-20

Loose Lips Sink Ships

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He that hideth hatred with lying lips, and he that uttereth a slander, is a fool.

 In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips is wise.

 The tongue of the just is as choice silver: the heart of the wicked is little worth.

  The lips of the righteous feed many: but fools die for want of wisdom.

Proverbs 10:18-21

Be An Abomination To The Wicked

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A man’s pride shall bring him low: but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit.
Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul: he heareth cursing, and bewrayeth it not.
The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.
Many seek the ruler’s favour; but every man’s judgment cometh from the LORD.  An unjust man is an abomination to the just: and he that is upright in the way is abomination to the wicked.

Proverbs 29:22-27

When The Righteous Rejoice

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He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, he shall gather it for him that will pity the poor.   He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination.   Whoso causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit: but the upright shall have good things in possession.   The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.   When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden.

Proverbs 28:8-12

Uses and Misuses of the Human Tongue

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Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out: so where there is no talebearer, the strife ceaseth.
As coals are to burning coals, and wood to fire; so is a contentious man to kindle strife.
The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly.
Burning lips and a wicked heart are like a potsherd covered with silver dross.
He that hateth dissembleth with his lips, and layeth up deceit within him;  When he speaketh fair, believe him not: for there are seven abominations in his heart. Whose hatred is covered by deceit, his wickedness shall be shewed before the whole congregation.

Proverbs 26:20-26

Guard Your Heart In The Way

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Let not thine heart envy sinners: but be thou in the fear of the LORD all the day long.   For surely there is an end; and thine expectation shall not be cut off.   Hear thou, my son, and be wise, and guide thine heart in the way.

Proverbs 23:17-19

“The Way” is through  Jesus Christ, because He died  for our sins on the cross, He was buried, and He rose again.

The way that wisdom guides Us in fearing the LORD.

The Pleasant and The Excellent Things

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He that oppresseth the poor to increase his riches, and he that giveth to the rich, shall surely come to want.  Bow down thine ear, and hear the words of the wise, and apply thine heart unto my knowledge. For it is a pleasant thing if thou keep them within thee; they shall withal be fitted in thy lips.  That thy trust may be in the LORD, I have made known to thee this day, even to thee.  Have not I written to thee excellent things in counsels and knowledge,  That I might make thee know the certainty of the words of truth; that thou mightest answer the words of truth to them that send unto thee?

Proverbs 22:16-21

The Idle Soul, Commandment Breaker, and The Poor

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Slothfulness casteth into a deep sleep; and an idle soul shall suffer hunger.
He that keepeth the commandment keepeth his own soul; but he that despiseth his ways shall die.
He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will He pay him again.

Proverbs 19:15-17

Knowledge Spares Words

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He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.  Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: and he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding.

Proverbs 17:27-28

It is a wise individual who knows what to say, when to say it, and to  whom it is said.  The individual who is wise  also knows how long to speak.

Even those who are foolish, ignorant willingly ignorant of God, when he remains silent is counted wise.  Anyone who knows when to speak and when to be silent is a man of understanding.

As a Christian we ought always tell others  of God’s gift to  mankind; that is His Son  Jesus Christ who died on the cross for out sins, was buried, and rose  from the dead.  To call on Him in the time He calls you is the wisest choice you will ever make.

Heart, Thoughts, and Peace

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The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, is from the LORD.
All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the LORD weigheth the spirits.
Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established.
The LORD hath made all things for himself: yea, even the wicked for the day of evil.
Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished.
By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the LORD men depart from evil.
When a man’s ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.

Proveorbs 16:1-7

Living A Better Life

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In the fear of the LORD is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge.  The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.
In the multitude of people is the king’s honour: but in the want of people is the destruction of the prince.
He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly.
A sound heart is the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones.
He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoureth him hath mercy on the poor.
The wicked is driven away in his wickedness: but the righteous hath hope in his death.
Wisdom resteth in the heart of him that hath understanding: but that which is in the midst of fools is made known.
Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people.
The king’s favour is toward a wise servant: but his wrath is against him that causeth shame.

Proverbs 14:26-35

The life of any human being on earth will be a better life lived when they fear the LORD.  The rest of these Proverbs will be heard, and heeded through our respect and awe toward  the  GOD who made the heavens and the earth.

Note the warning, “He that oppresses the poor reproaches his Maker…”  How are we doing with the poor?  How am I  doing with the poor?

Love Instruction and Knowledge

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Whoso loveth instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof is brutish.  A good man obtaineth favour of the LORD: but a man of wicked devices will He condemn.  A man shall not be established by wickedness: but the root of the righteous shall not be moved.

Proverbs 12:1-3

Sometimes we do not like people who are trying to give us good advice or instruction on how or why we should do, or even not do something.

The  one who loves and approves of someone giving good instruction, also loves knowledge.

The “Good man” obtains “Favor of the LORD”,  but who is  a good man?  Those who are perfect before God.  Those to whom God calls “Just.”  Those who have believed God concerning what  He says about His only begotten Son, who is Jesus the Christ.

A Well Of Life

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The mouth of a righteous man is a well of life: but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked.
Hatred stirreth up strifes: but love covereth all sins.
In the lips of him that hath understanding wisdom is found: but a rod is for the back of him that is void of understanding.
Wise men lay up knowledge: but the mouth of the foolish is near destruction.

Proverbs 10:11-14

Our world, and our nation are in peril of perishing.  We need men and women with righteousness through the Lord Jesus Christ to speak the word of God, which is the truth of God to all.

Look at the comparisons of each of these proverbs.  The one with the righteous mouth is a well of life.  Violence covers the mouth of the wicked.  Hatred stirs up strife; but love covers all sins.   When people hate righteousness,  those who live for God and His word, it is quite an eye opener to watch the hatred flow.

How does the man or woman of God deal with such hatred?  With love.  Remember Jesus tells us, “Love your enemies” (Matthew 5:44;  Luke 6:27).  Pray for them, love them by greeting when you see them around, do good to them no matter how they treat you.  Treat your enemy the way you would like them to treat you.  Hard?   Yes!  Quite doable when Jesus lives within you.

Knowing How To Use Reproof Wisley

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He that reproveth a scorner getteth to himself shame: and he that rebuketh a wicked man getteth himself a blot. Reprove not a scorner, lest he hate thee: rebuke a wise man, and he will love thee.
Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just man, and he will increase in learning. The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.

Proverbs 9:7-10

It takes godly wisdom to discern if  we should reprove someone, or give them instruction.  If we rebuke a scorner (Mocker)  we may find ourselves in a jam.

If a wise man is rebuked he will love the one giving it.  If we give  instruction to a wise man, they increase in learning.

So if we possess godly wisdom we will love those who rightly rebuke us.  If we are just and wise we will listen to instruction and learn.

Turn your eyes upon Jesus.  He died for our sins, was buried and He rose again.

Wisdom’s Dwelling and Counsel

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I wisdom dwell with prudence, and find out knowledge of witty inventions. The fear of the LORD is to hate evil: pride, and arrogancy, and the evil way, and the froward mouth, do I hate.  Counsel is mine, and sound wisdom: I am understanding; I have strength.  By me kings reign, and princes decree justice.  By me princes rule, and nobles, even all the judges of the earth.  I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me.  Riches and honour are with me; yea, durable riches and righteousness.  My fruit is better than gold, yea, than fine gold; and my revenue than choice silver.  I lead in the way of righteousness, in the midst of the paths of judgment:  That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance; and I will fill their treasures.

Proverbs 8:12-21

In chapters 8 and 9 wisdom is presented as a person speaking; using the words I and mine.

Notice that wisdom “Dwells with prudence” which means, “with discretion.”  Working behind the scenes working for good in those who have it.

There is one thing for sure the world needs more godly wisdom, because worldly wisdom has caused certain hatred, and a willingness to take lives.  That includes all of those who murder people with whom they disagree,  with their mouth.

How to have the wisdom of God!  First of all one needs to know God, and that is by trusting in the finished work of God’s Son since He died on the cross for our sins, He was buried, and He rose again.  Next, you need to realize that is the wisest thing you ever did – calling on His name.  Then you need to ask God for wisdom (James 1:5-8).

Your life will change, because your heart changes, and what you  love and desire will be replaced by what God loves and desires.  Be wise, open your eyes to the truth of Jesus Christ.