King Hezekiah collected many of Solomon's proverbs, which we have been reading this week. I thought that I would share a couple of my favorites:
"Patience can persuade a prince,
and soft speech can break bones"
Proverbs 25:15
I like the idea that a quiet presence is effective, especially since I am a quiet person. I also was wondering if this could be a warning as well - that temptation comes in all forms...
"A loud and cheerful greeting early in the morning
will be taken as a curse!"
Proverbs 27:14
The non-morning people rejoice!
"As iron sharpens iron
so a friend sharpens a friend."
Proverbs 27:17
I really like this verse. It is a reminder that we need others to help us through life - that other people will help to make us better. I also am extremely thankful that I have my friend kt, who keeps me sharp!
