Proverbs 10 – 12 and Finding God in Commercials

Proverbs 10 – 12

The title of chapter 10 is “The proverbs of Solomon:” How would you define a proverb? According to Wikipedia, a proverb is “a simple and concrete saying popularly known and repeated, which expresses a truth, based on common sense or the practical experience of humanity...” According to thefreedictionary.com, a proverb is “. A short pithy saying in frequent and widespread use that expresses a basic truth or practical precept.”

The book of Proverbs, especially beginning with chapter 10, contains a number of comparative sayings, most of which are separated by the word “but” or with the sense of that word. There is no way we could discuss each of these proverbs, most which do not have any bearing on the one before or the one after. There are, however, some common themes in the proverbs listed: being a wise child, the importance of right living, the importance of hard work, the contrast between the wicked and the wise, the contrast between the wise and the fool, the contrast between the rich and the poor, etc., etc.

Which ones spoke to you specifically? Do you see why I suggested it would be a good idea to read through the book of Proverbs every month, one chapter per day? For example, Proverbs 10:3 says, “The Lord will not let the godly go hungry, but he refuses to satisfy the craving of the wicked.” While the Lord will not let the godly go hungry, we see that the craving of the wicked will not be satisfied. The wicked could have everything they need and then some, but they will never be satisfied, regardless of how much they have.

Didn’t you love Proverbs 10:19? It says, “Too much talk leads to sin. Be sensible and keep your mouth shut.” Words to live by, wouldn’t you say? I also loved Proverbs 11:26: “People curse those who hoard their grain, but they bless the one who sells in time of need.” Animal lovers would really appreciate Proverbs 12:10: “The godly care for their animals, but the wicked are always cruel.”

Tomorrow, it’s Proverbs 13 – 15.

Finding God in Commercials

 

Fifth Grade Assignment Wouldn't this be great if it was taught in every school. A fifth grade teacher in a Christian school asked her class to look At TV commercials and see if they could use them in 20 ways To communicate ideas about God. Here are some of the results: scroll down.

God is like...

BAYER ASPIRIN
He works miracles.

God is like...
A FORD
He's got a better idea.

God is like...
COKE
He's the real thing.

God is like...
HALLMARK CARDS
He cares enough to send His very best.

God is like...
TIDE
He gets the stains out others leave behind. ...

God is like...
GENERAL ELECTRIC
He brings good things to life.

God is like...
WAL-MART
He has everything.

God is like...
ALKA-SELTZER
Try Him, you'll like Him

God is like...
SCOTCH TAPE
You can't see Him, but you know He's there.

God is like...
DELTA
He's ready when you are.

God is like...
ALLSTATE
You're in good hands with Him.

God is like...
VO-5 Hair Spray;He holds through all kinds of weather

God is like...
DIAL SOAP
Aren't you glad you have Him? Don't you wish everybody did?

God is like...
The U.S. POST OFFICE
Neither rain, nor snow, nor sleet nor ice will keep Him from
His appointed destination.

God is like...
Chevrolet. . . .the heart beat of America

God is like...
Maxwell House. .... .
Good to the very last drop

God is like...
B o u n t y . . . .
He is the quicker picker upper. . Can handle the tough jobs. ..
And He won't fall apart on you

BLESSINGS FROM
MY HOUSE TO YOUR HOUSE
Peace, Love and Prosperity to all !

God is like...
The Energizer Bunny
He Keeps Going, Going, and Going

"HAVE A GREAT DAY"
IN GOD WE TRUST!

Until next time…