Charles (Chuck) Kensinger

Proverbs 25 may sound familiar. These are from Solomon but compiled during the time of Hezekiah. God can conceal a matter and a king can investigate it.  

Wise judgment is like gold and silver. They all three need to be refined. Patience, temperance, and self-control are praised. Remove wickedness from your presence in the same way precious metals are refined.

Bragging about yourself to anyone is not the proper type of action for those who are trying to be humble. Demotion by others can be painful. Humility can also come from a court case that is entered into prematurely.

Words that are expressed at the proper time are extremely valuable. Wise correction is also like an ornament of gold. A trustworthy messenger is like refreshing snow. Boasting about a gift that you did not receive is as worthless as clouds and wind without rain. Do not overeat sweets because that will make you sick. We are also warned not to wear out our welcome with friends and neighbors. This also includes family.

One of the worst weapons we can wield against others is falsehood and unreliability. I do not agree that music is not comforting to a troubled person. Giving an enemy food and drink to punish them is quoted by Jesus in the gospels and Paul in his letters.

A north wind gives rain, a back biting tongue brings angry looks, good news is like cold water, and a good person who yields is like a polluted well. Avoid the nagging wife and losing your temper.

©Copyright 2021 by Charles Kensinger