At the Lord’s Table – Guidance from Scripture

Why should we read the Book of Proverbs?

“For acquiring a disciplined and prudent life, doing what is right and just and fair” (1:3).

Do Not…

“Do not accuse a man for no reason, when he has done you no harm” (3:30).

“The Lord hates a false witness who pours out lies and a man who stirs up dissension among brothers” (6:16-19).

“Whoever spreads slander is a fool” (10:18).

“A gossip separates close friends” (16:28).

“Starting a quarrel is like breaching a dam: so drop the matter before a dispute breaks out” (17:14).

“He who loves a quarrel loves sin” (17:19).

“An offended brother is more unyielding than a fortified city” (18:19).

“Do not say, ‘I’ll pay you back for this wrong!’ Wait for the Lord, and he will deliver you” (20:22).

“Do not testify against your neighbour without cause” (24:28).

“Like a club or a sword or a sharp arrow is the man who gives false testimony against his neighbour” (25:18).

My message is: take those Proverbs to heart!