Proverbs 14:30 A sound heart is life to the body, but envy is rottenness to the bones. Leader, another verse in Proverbs counsels that we are to guard our hearts because from it flows the issues of life. Even popular wisdom draws parallels between what exists in our hearts – what we think and believe … More Heart conscious
Proverbs 11:12-13,15 He who is devoid of wisdom despises his neighbour, but a man of understanding holds his peace. A talebearer reveals secrets, but he who is of a faithful spirit conceals a matter. He who is surety for a stranger will suffer, but one who hates being surety is secure. Leader, the Hebrew says … More Matters of the heart
Proverbs 8:1-4 Does not wisdom cry out, and understanding lift up her voice? She takes her stand on the top of the high hill, beside the way, where the paths meet. She cries out by the gates, at the entry of the city, at the entrance of the doors: “To you, O men, I call, … More On first name basis
Psalm 37:8 “Cease from anger, and forsake wrath; do not fret—it only causes harm.” Ephesians 4:31 “Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, clamour, and evil speaking be put away from you, with all malice.” Colossians 3:8 “But now you yourselves are to put off all these: anger, wrath, malice, blasphemy, filthy language out of your mouth.” Ecclesiastes 7:9 “Do not hasten in … More Overcoming anger
Proverbs 12:25 “Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, but a good word makes it glad.” Leader, sometimes being told not to be anxious is enough to make one anxious – it seems impossible not to worry about something at least some of the time. Yet, one of the most repeated commands in God’s Word … More Overcoming anxiety
Proverbs 3:13-15 “Happy is the man who finds wisdom, and the man who gains understanding; for her proceeds are better than the profits of silver, and her gain than fine gold. She is more precious than rubies, and all the things you may desire cannot compare with her.” Leader, the value of wisdom in every-day life, but especially in your position, cannot be overestimated. I … More Overcoming thoughtlessness
Leaders, and those who support them, should make the best of this time where most of the world seems to take it easier. ‘Rest and rejoice’ is thus the last blog for 2016. Lord willing, ‘Blessing Leaders’ will continue early 2017. May the wonder, peace and joy of this season fill your heart and home. … More Rest and rejoice
James 3:16 “For wherever there is jealousy (envy) and contention (rivalry and selfish ambition), there will also be confusion (unrest, disharmony, rebellion) and all sorts of evil and vile practices.” Leader, I bless you with freedom from confusion in your own mind as well as among those in your sphere of influence. Guard your thoughts and examine your … More Unrest’s invitation
Hebrews 4:12 “For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.” Leader, I bless you with a hunger to know more of the word of … More Light your way
Proverbs 10:9 “He who walks with integrity walks securely, but he who perverts his ways will become known.” Leader, I bless you with speaking, doing and ruling in a way that grows the respect others have for you. I bless you with walking with integrity. Just look around you at the many in positions of power whose … More Nothing to hide
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