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Speak Up

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Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves;
     ensure justice for those being crushed.

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Yes, speak up for the poor and helpless,
     and see that they get justice.

In this passage from Proverbs, we see again that God cares deeply for those who cannot help themselves. Those with power—whether kings or anyone with influence or wealth—are given a divine duty to speak up for the poor, needy, and helpless, ensuring they receive justice.

Think about this: Do you use your voice to stand up for those who have none? Do you speak out for the desolate, for those in need of justice, and for the poor and needy around you?

Micah 6:8 reminds us: "He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does Yahweh require of you, but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?" It's a call to live out God’s heart for justice, mercy, and humility in our own lives.

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Drunk

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Alcohol is for the dying,
     and wine for those in bitter distress.

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Let them drink to forget their poverty
     and remember their troubles no more.

Verses 6 and 7 can be tricky to interpret. One common understanding is that strong drink might be permissible to help those who are terminally ill cope with pain, much like how we use certain medications today.

Psalm 104 also reflects a more nuanced view of alcohol, stating that God provides wine to "make the heart of man glad." Verse 7 of the proverb suggests that those who are bitter in soul—whether worn down by poverty or hard work—might benefit from wine to relax and find some joy. However, this is not permission to get drunk. In Jewish society, the idea that Proverbs promotes drunkenness would be shocking. It’s more about using wine in moderation to find relief, not to indulge in excess.

The balance here is important: there’s a place for things like wine to ease burdens, but always within reason and never to the point of drunkenness.

Listen: No matter what you hear, you know the world is against Gods Word. Alcohol.. IS BAD! It ruins lives and separates you from God. Just don’t!

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Drink Drank 

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It is not for kings, O Lemuel, to guzzle wine.
     Rulers should not crave alcohol.

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For if they drink, they may forget the law
     and not give justice to the oppressed.

All leaders, from kings to those in smaller roles, have a special responsibility to ensure justice for all their followers. Anything that impairs a leader’s judgment—whether it's alcohol, drugs, or even extreme fatigue—is condemned in Proverbs because it affects their ability to lead fairly.

I’ve observed over the years that many leaders, such as those in businesses and schools, have been forced to resign after being caught for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), highlighting the importance of a clear mind in leadership.

James 3:1 warns us, "Let not many of you be teachers, my brothers, knowing that we will receive heavier judgment." This applies to all leaders, not just teachers. Leaders are judged for their own actions, but they are also held accountable for the actions and well-being of those they lead. It’s a sobering reminder of the weight of responsibility that comes with leadership.

Think about this: Have you ever gotten drunk—really sloshy drunk? While you may not be a prince or king, you are still called to lead others toward Yahweh’s unconditional love. If you get drunk, the people you lead will likely follow you into that same behavior, not toward God’s presence. Your example matters. As a leader, even in small ways, your actions either guide others toward a deeper relationship with God or steer them away. It’s important to reflect on the kind of influence you want to have on those around you.

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Women?

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The sayings of King Lemuel contain this message, which his mother taught him.

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O my son, O son of my womb,
     O son of my vows,

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do not waste your strength on women,
     on those who ruin kings.

This proverb isn’t telling young men to avoid all women. Instead, it’s a warning against relationships with multiple women and against lustful or promiscuous behavior. It’s a call for monogamy, not a rejection of love or marriage. Proverbs often warns against falling into the trap of lust, which can lead to harmful choices.

Jesus takes this even further, making it clear that it’s not just about physical actions. In Matthew 5:28, He says, "But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart." This shows how serious even our thoughts are when it comes to purity.

Think about this: Our society often promotes the idea that if you love—or more accurately, lust for—someone, then sex is acceptable. Additionally, pornography, among men and women, is widely accessed. Both are sinful according to Scripture. Do you struggle with these issues? If so, it’s important to address them and seek God’s help in overcoming these temptations.

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Nose Butter 

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If you have been a fool by being proud or plotting evil,
     cover your mouth in shame.

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As the beating of cream yields butter
     and striking the nose causes bleeding,
     so stirring up anger causes quarrels.

I’ve mentioned this before, but it’s worth repeating: check out the Book of James, Chapter 3. It talks about how hard it is to control what we say. When I’m tempted to respond with a sharp word, I pray that God will help me keep my lips shut. On the occasions when I forget to ask for that help, I often regret what I’ve said.

Proverbs makes it clear: sometimes the best thing to do is to put your hand over your mouth. Despite what pop psychology may say, venting your anger isn’t cathartic or healthy. Verse 33 reminds us that stirring up your anger only leads to more anger, which becomes stronger and harder to control.

Let me ask you: What steps do you need to take to control your tongue and avoid saying things you’ll later regret?

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Three Other Things 

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There are three things that walk with stately stride—
     no, four that strut about:

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the lion, king of animals, who won’t turn aside for anything,

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    the strutting rooster,
     the male goat,
     a king as he leads his army.

This proverb puzzled me too. Usually, when it says "there are three things… four which are stately," you expect four things to be listed, but there are only three mentioned in a lot of the major translations. It turns out that the original Hebrew text is unclear. The New Living Translation, which I use here, adds "a rooster when it struts,” back into the removed text.. which fits the context of things that appear stately. 

The editors of those other translations left out the rooster, but the overall message is still clear: kings, dictators, and other leaders can create impressive displays of pageantry, even though the proverb doesn’t say this is good—just that power allows them to do so.

Note: My cat might ask, "Lions? What about me?"

Let me ask you: Does your sense of self-worth depend on putting on a façade to impress others, like those in power often do to maintain their image?

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Wise Critters 

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There are four things on earth that are small but unusually wise:

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Ants—they aren’t strong,
     but they store up food all summer.

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Hyraxes—they aren’t powerful,
     but they make their homes among the rocks.

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Locusts—they have no king,
     but they march in formation.

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Lizards—they are easy to catch,
     but they are found even in kings’ palaces.

The proverb highlights the small but wise creatures in nature. Ants, though tiny, thrive even in a desert by gathering food when moisture is available, ensuring they survive through the long dry periods. Conies, or rabbits, in barren landscapes make their homes in the cracks of rocks, safe from fierce predators like bears, which can’t reach or dislodge them.

In the South, before air conditioning, we could add the mosquito, small and weak but always able to find its way through even the best-maintained screens.

These creatures remind us of the incredible complexity of God’s Creation and how each one is uniquely designed to thrive in its environment.

Think about this: How do you fit into God’s Creation? What unique role or purpose has He designed for you to fulfill in the world He has so intricately formed?

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Dictators

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There are three things that make the earth tremble—
     no, four it cannot endure:

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a slave who becomes a king,
     an overbearing fool who prospers,

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    a bitter woman who finally gets a husband,
     a servant girl who supplants her mistress.

Hitler is perhaps the most infamous example of a servant-turned-ruler who became unbearable for the world. Another was Idi Amin, who rose from being a simple foot soldier to the brutal dictator of Uganda. Like Hitler, Amin’s rule was marked by cruelty and brutality, a history we must never forget, much like the Holocaust and the Killing Fields of Cambodia.

It’s also tragic when a person, whether a man or a woman, is unloved in marriage, and a servant becoming heir to her mistress would have been a great upheaval in the social order of the time.

Think about this: Why is a fool who is full of food so unbearable? Remember, Proverbs equates a fool with someone who mocks God, disregards Scripture, and rebels against the natural laws of creation. Such a person, full of resources but lacking wisdom and humility, becomes arrogant and even more difficult to bear.

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Eww, Gross


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An adulterous woman consumes a man,
     then wipes her mouth and says, “What’s wrong with that?”

The proverb reminds us that we are capable of rationalizing our actions. Somehow we all are able to justify doing things that are blatantly and obviously wicked. 

Let me ask you: An earlier proverb spoke of how two true friends serve to sharpen each other. True friends will tell you when you are rationalizing your actions, not just what you want to hear. Do you have such a true friend? Are you a true friend to someone else?

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A.I. Love

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There are three things that amaze me—
     no, four things that I don’t understand:

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how an eagle glides through the sky,
     how a snake slithers on a rock,
     how a ship navigates the ocean,
     how a man loves a woman.

Last week, I heard two AI experts mention that while AI can mimic how people talk when they’re in love, it’s only rearranging words based on syntax—it doesn’t truly understand what it’s expressing. The complexity of a man’s feelings for a woman, for example, is far beyond a computer’s comprehension. I can barely put into words, the love of MY life. I certainly wouldn’t trust a computers definition.

Think about this: When an AI mimics love, it’s really just reflecting what the programmer defines as love. The hardest kind of love to replicate is “Agape Love”—the selfless, sacrificial love that Jesus showed for all of God’s creatures. This form of love goes beyond feelings and actions; it’s rooted in a deep, unconditional care that’s hard for any machine to grasp.

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