The last of the proverbs from Susella. The sayings of the man who walked its paths. Compiled as he considered his departure. … A parent does not choose their child’s favourite toy. Life is simple, but there are caveats for everything. Better burnt coffee and a noisy morning than the perfect draw at a lonelyContinue reading “The Last of the Proverbs from Susella”
Category Archives: Proverbs
Proverbs from the Crescent
Proverbs from round town. Straight talk from the streets.
Some Honest Wisdom on Work
In this post, we will see that the wise worker is an honest worker, while the foolish worker is a dishonest worker. But if you don’t like this post, don’t worry. Just tell me you loved it. Better still, don’t read it, and tell me you loved it. I won’t know the difference.
The Wise are Diligent, not lazy.
If you are like me, then you enjoy been lasy, not diligent. Then hopefully the proverbs speak good council to you as they have through the ages. Especially so in our money-centric what-they-don’t-know-won’t-hurt-them kind of zeitgeist.
What do we do about angry people around us?
Managing another anger is hard enough. But its harder still because their anger often incites your own anger. What is the path of wisdom on this fraught and often trodden journey?
Wisdom that Tempers Anger
The problem with anger is not necessarily the external circumstances that cause it, but the anger that arises from within. While it may not necessarily be sinful to be angry, it can make it easier to sin, especially if one is quick to get angry. Anger arises from a lack of self-control and a desire for power. However, self-control is better than taking control, and patience is better than being a powerful warrior. Anger is an issue of character, not just behavior, and it’s important to be motivated by a love for God and people, rather than a self-centered view of anger. The book of Proverbs offers practical advice on wisdom, but it’s also important to see it put into practice, such as by Jesus.
Proverbial Wisdom with Money in a Proverbially Foolish Context
Where do you go for financial wisdom? Tough to answer because many have thoughts on money, and we all have thoughts on their thoughts. But the christian at least has a foundation of wisdom to start from, Proverbs.
Foolish Words in an Expressive Age
In a world that holds personal expression (including that of our words) as one of the greatest virtues, self-discipline and restraint will naturally be held in lower esteem. We need to apply the wisdom of proverbs to our use of words.
Proverbs of Susella
The wise look and see that every street has its proverbs.
Proverbs of Livingstone Rd
Like a bee returning to the hive, is every conversation to house prices. Beware the skin of the scantily dressed, it demands your attention but never gets enough. The slugger brings his hand to the remote, but cannot even press the power function. Answer a fool in the comment section and you will be likeContinue reading “Proverbs of Livingstone Rd”
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