Proverbs 10:17 says, “Whoever heeds instruction is on the path to life, but he who rejects reproof leads others astray” (ESV). Another translation speaks about the one who “heeds discipline” as opposed to the one who “ignores correction.” This verse basically says two things: The person who accepts discipline (correction) will be on the path … Continue reading God’s Refining Discipline
Tag: Proverbs 12
Anxious Weight
It is true— “Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs him down.” I have seen anxiety knock a person down. I have seen anxiety cause a person to fall over. I have seen anxiety make people sick. I have seen anxiety cause people to be bed ridden. Yes, anxiety weighs a person down. Proverbs reminds us … Continue reading Anxious Weight
Worry Weight
I have had a lot of problems with insomnia over the years. There have been nights when I was so excited or in so much pain that I could not get to sleep. But there also were moments when I was so worried and anxious about something that it kept me from closing my eyes. … Continue reading Worry Weight
