Tag: evil
The Way that Seems Right
“There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.” Proverbs 16:25 “The way of a fool is right in his own eyes” (Proverbs 12:15). Consider what comes when one behaves as a fool. “There is a way which seemeth right […]
Read MoreRecognize Your Enemy
“For whosoever will save his life shall lose it; but whosoever shall lose his life for my sake and the gospel’s, the same shall save it.” Mark 8:35 Christians have an enemy. Read what the Bible calls him: “… that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the […]
Read MoreThe Accounting
There were times in the Old Testament that God warned a people that He would send complete and utter destruction upon them because they were against God’s people and because of their wickedness (remember Nineveh in the book of Nahum). The city of Nineveh saw complete physical destruction. In remembering […]
Read MoreBe not Deceived
Jehoshaphat was a good king. Once he became king, he eliminated idol worship. He then strengthened the cities of Judah – physically and spiritually. By placing mighty soldiers in the different cities, he strengthened them physically. When he sent princes, priests, and Levites into every city teaching the Word of […]
Read MoreLight versus Darkness
Everyone understands the difference between light and dark. They are opposites. In one, you can see clearly, in the other you cannot. In the darkness, much can be hidden and unseen. Sometimes we think of the scary things – seen or unseen – in the darkness. See what King Solomon […]
Read MoreJesus, the Light of the World
Does the world seem like it is a very dark place anymore? There is so much unrest and wickedness in the world today, it feels as if there is little hope for a peaceful future. Much of the evil persists in the darkest of the day, under the cover of […]
Read MoreThe Eyes of the Lord
God sees all and knows all. He knows the thoughts of the heart. He hears the words spoken in secret. There is nothing hidden from God. This should be great words of encouragement to choose to do good. To choose to do right. To turn from evil. If we would […]
Read MoreKeep Your Heart
The following definitions might help you understand this verse a little better: keep: guard; protect; preserve heart: the center; the totality of man’s inner nature; the place where wisdom and understanding reside There is so much going on in the world today – good and evil. With all the many […]
Read MoreLesson 8 (Lesson 47): Proverbs 10-24: Wisdom is Necessary
Key Verse “The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.” Proverbs 12:15 Read the Key Verse with your class. Ask your students if they have ever known someone who did something wrong (or just plain stupid) on purpose? (i.e.: […]
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