Ecc. 4

“Gain is not godliness, but godliness with contentment IS great gain.” [1 Tim. 6:5,6]

What is the goal of our labor? Those who labor to become rich will never find true contentment.

The greatest riches we can experience come thru seeing our loved ones be fulfilled.

No amount of money can soothe the pain of losing a loved one such as did parents of the Minneapolis shooting tragedy yesterday. So sad.

Ecclesiastes 3

… will be judged”

It’s actually beneficial when our misdeeds are judged here and now. It gives us a chance to make them right.

There’s no sin Christ’s blood can’t cleanse when it’s confessed and repented of.

“Thank you, Jesus, for the Blood applied.” -Charity Gayle. (My favorite song right now)

Pr. 31

King Lemuel recorded the things his mother taught him in this Proverb.

Until a child grows up and leaves the nest, a mother is continually preparing her offspring for their adulthood. Their life becomes her report card. No wonder a mother grieves when they mess up their lives.

Their success is her crowning achievement.

Pr. 28:26

“A man is a fool to trust himself, but those who use God’s wisdom are safe.”

God’s help and His Wisdom are available thru His Word and prayer. Take advantage in every situation. You will find success.

Pr. 28:20

“The man who wants to do right will get a rich reward. But the man who wants to get rich quick will quickly fail.”

This is good advice for young people entering the job force. If lots of money is their goal, they need an adjustment to their focus.

“The blessing of the Lord makes you rich, and He adds no sorrow with it.” [Pr. 10:22]

Pr. 28:1

“The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.

We used to sing a church chorus that started,”Be bold, be strong, for the Lord Thy God is with thee.”

When you fear God, you need fear NO MAN.

Pr. 24:11

“Rescue those being led to death and save those who are about to be killed.”

Anti-abortion activism needs a rebirth. God challenged me about what “I” was willing to do about it. So, I participated in a sit-down demonstration at an abortion clinic, was arrested, and had a jury trial in 1988. (Bet you didn’t know I had a record.)

Pr. 20:26

… punishes evil. I consider myself merciful, but the way law-breakers are being coddled and tolerated as seen in the news is hurting our country. I applaud leaders who take a stand and use their authority to bring offenders to justice.

Washington, D.C. should be one of the safest cities in our nation. Corruption must be rooted out. Law and order is vital. Looking the other way must end.

He that has My Commands (Christ’s) and keeps them, he is the one who loves Me. [Jn. 14:21]

Pr. 20:1

Wine makes people act in a foolish way. Strong drink starts fights. Whoever is fooled (deceived) by them is not wise. (NLV)

A former Ohio State football star got drunk and caused an accident that took the life of a 27 yr. old man. The star has no doubt nearly ruined his life and maybe lost his family. He was sadly DECEIVED.

Pr. 17:6

… are the crown of the aged, while the glory of children is their ancestors.

You don’t really understand how special grandchildren are until you have some. Your world and reason for living seems to shift.

A grandparent’s influence upon grandchildren is significant. They are wise to take an interest in the activities of their offspring .