Category Archives: stewardship

Man and His GOD

Proverbs 20:24            A man’s steps are of the LORD In our quest to use Proverbs 20 to define the characteristics of a faithful man, we come to verse 24.  Indeed, without this one undergirding all the others, he has no … Continue reading

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Man and His Lineage

Proverbs 20:7  His children are blessed after him. A faithful man leaves a good name. Proverbs 22:1 – A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches Ecclesiastes 7:1 – A good name is better than precious ointment … Continue reading

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Man and Humility

Proverbs 20:6             Most men will proclaim each his own goodness. Interesting the text says “most”.  Yes we live in a society of men who subscribe to the adage “He who tooteth not his own horn finds that it is … Continue reading

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Man and Wisdom

One of the characteristics of a faithful man is wisdom. Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water.   But a man of understanding will draw it out.   Prov 20:5 The NLT translation renders the passage, “Though good advice … Continue reading

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A Man and His Work

Contained within chapter 20 of the book of Proverbs are several characteristics of a faithful man.  One of these characteristics is that a man will work. The lazy man will not plow.   Prov 20:4 The Scriptures are filled with similar … Continue reading

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A Man and His Emotions

Prov 20:3         It is honorable for a man to stop striving, since any fool can start a quarrel. A faithful man can manage his emotions.  In the context we are talking specifically about anger, temper, etc.  I will admit that … Continue reading

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Act Like Men

I suppose our society is struggling with the idea of manhood now more than ever.  What is your definition of manliness?  What is your description of a real man?  Is it the idea of the Marlboro man of the cigarette … Continue reading

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In times like these…love

Do you think I am safe in saying that we have never seen times quite like these?  Could you have imagined 6 weeks ago that we would essentially be quarantined in our homes, all nonessential work be suspended, church services … Continue reading

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Heritage

I remember when my boys were growing up I wanted to instill in them a sense of pride in family.  I’m not talking about a sinful pride rather a sense of belonging to something bigger than self.  But even more … Continue reading

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A Nephew’s Poor Choice

As I consider my life I can see many forks in the road when I made a poor choice.  I am confident each of you can say the same thing.  Life is about choices.  The decisions we make and the … Continue reading

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