When we consider the subject of work, Solomon’s words in Ecclesiastes provide a fitting starting point: “Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might; for there is no activity or planning or knowledge or wisdom in Sheol where you are going” (Ecclesiastes 9:10). Our time here on earth is limited. Therefore, […]
Continue reading... March 28, 2013
J.S. Sweeney: Sprinkling & Pickling
There is a lot of opposition in the religious world to the Bible’s teaching on baptism. The Greek word baptizo is where we get the English word baptize. It means to immerse. Yet if you look up the definition of baptize in an English dictionary, it will likely include the act of sprinkling along with immersion. Why? It is because sprinkling […]
Continue reading... March 26, 2013
Does God Want Us to Be Happy?
Ohio Senator Rob Portman wrote an editorial that was published on March 15, 2013 in which he announced his change of position on same-sex marriage. Previously, he had been against such “marriages.” Now he believes “the government shouldn’t deny [same-sex couples] the opportunity to get married.” In the editorial, he explained the reason for his […]
Continue reading... March 25, 2013
The Application of Wisdom: Speech (Part 3)
As we noticed in the previous section, we should never underestimate the power of words – both good and evil. Understanding how important our speech is, we must be sure that our words reflect wisdom at all times.
Continue reading... March 21, 2013
The Application of Wisdom: Speech (Part 2)
We sometimes hear the saying, “The pen is mightier than the sword.” This concept of words being more powerful than physical force is similar to the idea expressed by Solomon: “Death and life are in the power of the tongue” (18:21). Words are powerful. The wise man shows us the power of both good and […]
Continue reading... March 19, 2013
“These Were More Noble-Minded”
Paul was in Thessalonica for just three weeks when he had to quickly leave the city under the cover of darkness because of the uproar that was caused by his preaching (Acts 17:1-10). When he left, he went to Berea. Undeterred by his experience in Thessalonica, he preached in this new city as well. Luke […]
Continue reading... March 18, 2013
The Application of Wisdom: Speech (Part 1)
The next area of application has to do with our speech. Exercising wisdom is not just about what we do, but includes those things which we speak. “Excellent speech is not fitting for a fool, much less are lying lips to a prince” (17:7).
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