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Proverbs 12:25
Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop:? but a good word maketh it glad.
Charles Bridges says this in his commentary on Proverbs:
“…Know we not the voice–‘It is I; be not afraid?'(Matt.14:27)? Human sympathy may give temporary relief.? But ‘that was the grace, softer than oil, sweeter than roses, which flows from the Saviour’s lips into the sinner’s wounds; and being poured into the contrite heart, not only heals, but blesses it, yea, and marks it out for eternal blessedness.? Oh!? how sweet is the voice of pardon to a soul groaning under the burden of sin!’? David, but for these good words, ‘would have perished in his affliction.'(Ps.119:92)? What beside made glad the jailor’s stooping heart?? (Acts 16:28-34)? Precious indeed is the privilege, to strengthen the weak hands ‘with a good word of God’ (Isa 35:3,4); to take the chair by the mourner’s side, and ‘comfort him with the same comfort, wherewith? we ourselves are comforted of God.’ (2 Cor. 1:4).? Precious is the ministry of the gospel, commissioned with the gladdening word to the heavy of heart.? (Job 33:23-26.? Isa. 40:1,2)? Yet more precious the office of the Beloved Saviour, ‘gifted with the tongue of the learned,’ and filled with the unction of the Spirit, for the express purpose of ‘comforting them that mourn.’? How tenderly did He perform this office, let his last sermon testify. (John 14-16)? See then the provision for joy, so rich, so free, so ready.”
More Gleanings from Proverbs
Why do we waste so much time spinning our wheels to “arrive”?? Where is it we are trying to go?? Who are we trying to keep up with?? Is the grass really greener on the other side?
Resting in His love, mercy, greatness, and trusting that His sovereign plan is what He wants for us is not always easy or reachable in a given moment.? When an accident happens or job loss occurs, for example, it may be really easy to kindle bitterness and questioning.? Some people learn through health challenges that they must rest in the Lord.? When we realize afresh our utter dependence on HIm, when we are sick or needy or hurting we are broken by Him and we learn more of humility and our need of a Saviour.? We must always cling to Christ or Lord, He who endured every kind of suffering, pain and affliction.
The Proverbs are so much a HUGE TREASURE CHEST of wisdom……….more gleanings are coming.? I’m struck by the breadth of issues covered; foibles and follies of human relationships are dealt with throughout the book.
If
If today I could fly anywhere in the world, where would I go?
If I could give any gift in the world to someone, what would it be?
If I could see what the future holds, would I want to know?
If I could find a treasure chest full of treasures, what would that be?
The Lord has been showing me that that treasure chest is sitting on my dining room table.
As I read it (Bible), I unearth great and precious treasures.
Polo, by Ralph Lauren
I acquired my Polo by Ralph Lauren at the Edison Street Sale last Saturday. Everyone’s heard of Ralph Lauren, but have you heard of the Edison Street Sale? It’s an annual event now in our city, usually held the first Sat. of June, although that’s spilled over to include the few days prior and a couple days after.
People actually come from out of state now to shop the Edison Street Sale. Many people, like me, make a list of things to look for at this event; my list this year included a new winter jacket, some tennis shoes or sandals,milk glass dishes to add to my collection, a pair of summer shorts (I haven’ t worn them in years but my wonderful 13 yr. old daughter practically coerced me into getting a pair this year), a globe for my friend named Jennifer, a shirt or jacket for my husband, something for my new grandchild, and some tomato cages.
I found just about everything on my list within an hour or two. But it’s funny, I never made it onto Edison Street. You see, over the years the adjacent blocks, including mine, have joined in the fun. Yes, it’s still called the Edison Street Sale, but it spans several blocks now. I didn’t even make it off my block; actually, I still had money in my pocket, but I had four bags of goodies to carry after going to about 6 houses and so I went home and put away my loot!
I missed getting my annual hotdog sold by the boy scouts on Edison Street. But, I found a Polo by Ralph Lauren! Enjoy the Summer.
ps. maybe you can start such an event in your town