I know it’s ironic me talking about the power of not talking, but it’s still worth a little blog. There is a proverb that suggests that even a fool looks wise when he keeps his mouth shut and life has so far outlined just how true that is. The need to talk, to express verbally […]
Read More When You Keep Your Mouth ShutPermit me a football reference just at the beginning of this entry. Thank you. Rafa Benitez was appointed the new manager of Chelsea on Wednesday (if like me, you enjoy football, you can read more about it here). He had a press conference yesterday. I find press conferences fascinating. It is not an interview. A […]
Read More Thinking Things ThroughThere is a really interesting scenario affecting a friend of mine. It’s a prayer point for you to consider. She delivers training on behalf of one company (Company A) to the clients of another company (Company B) who are delivering a contract on beha;f of another company (Company C). Her prime aim is to help […]
Read More Expectations and RealityWhere no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety. (Proverbs 11:14) My mentor up in Stoke-on-Trent gave me one of the best pieces of advice both in word and in action. He told me to surround myself with good people and if I do I cannot go wrong. […]
Read More In The Multitude Of CounselMany a man proclaims his own steadfast love, but a faithful man who can find? (Proverbs 20:6) I am only too aware of how easy it is to come across as though I’m all that. It’s easy to talk a good game. I am also aware that when it comes to relationships, people can be […]
Read More MTP20 Remix – Finding The Faithful ManWhoever is kind to the poor lends to the LORD, and he will reward them for what they have done. (Proverbs 19:17) There is no greater example of this attitude than in the life of Jesus who was known for his engagement with those considered to be poor, materially and socially. In fact for the King of Glory […]
Read More MTP19 Remix – Remembering The PoorA man’s gift makes room for him and brings him before the great. (Proverbs 18:16) The ability to give is not something to be underestimated. Some complain about having nothing to give, yet everyone has something to give. Maybe it’s time, attention, an ability to help someone in some way. It could be material or spiritual. The […]
Read More MTP18 Remix – It Is Better To Give …Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. (Proverbs 16:3) When I was a boy, I was told there are only three times the Lord needs to know what you’re up to – before, during and after. As a boy figuring that out, it occurred that meant all the time! How […]
Read More MTP16 – When Should God Get Involved In Your Plans?A person finds joy in giving an apt reply— and how good is a timely word! (Proverbs 15:23) The host asks the question. You know the answer. You just want to tell the contestant, yet you watch as they give the wrong answer. How much more joy would it bring to see someone in distress or confusion and be able to give […]
Read More MTP15 Remix – Is The Right AnswerA man of quick temper acts foolishly, (Proverbs 14:17a) Whoever is slow to anger has great understanding, but he who has a hasty temper exalts folly. (Proverbs 14:29) The trick was to find a way to wind me up. Knowing me as well as she did she would easily coax me into her trap with […]
Read More MTP14 Remix – Temper, Temper
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