Tranquil Testament

  How do children learn? When they are very small, they learn from their parents by watching and trying to do what parents do and say. So, parents are the first teachers. But that learning process continues throughout their young lives. They learn what “No” means, what they can, and cannot, do. As they continue to mature, they learn about discipline. They learn that there are consequences when they do something wrong. Parents’ actions are very important as children grow into adulthood. Finally, those children grow into young men and young women, and they will be making their own decisions in life. Proverbs 4: Hear, O sons, The Instruction Of A Father Now When Solomon wrote the Book of Proverbs, especially  Proverbs 1-9 , it seems like the person, or persons, he was writing to had reached that stage in life. In verses  1 -9, Solomon wrote,  “Hear, O sons, the instruction of a father, and give attention that you may gain understanding, for I give you sound te...

 Proverbs 3: Prudence Yields Abundant Well-Being Now. What do most parents want for their children? The specific answers many vary, but they can usually be narrowed down to a few specific things. The answer may be success. Of course, the definition of success will probably vary from parent to parent. The answer may be "contentment" within their child’s life. Maybe they hope their child will be “happy”. Again, the definition of “happy” can vary a great deal. Parents may hope that their child will be a “good” person who is respected by others. But in too many cases, the answers do not include God and His Will. Yet, the words in His Inspired Word hold the very instructions that help many those hopes become reality. Proverbs 3: Prudence Yields Abundant Well-Being Now In verses 1-4, Solomon wrote, “My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments; for length of days and years of life and peace they will add to you. Do not ...

  Proverbs 1: To know wisdom and instruction now, to discern the sayings of understanding; to receive instruction in wise behavior, righteousness, justice, equity. The book of Proverbs is entitled “The proverbs of Solomon the son of David, king of Israel” and there is no real reason to question his authorship. He was known for his great wisdom and proverbs that he wrote. In fact, 1 Kings 4:32 said that  he spoke 3,000 proverbs . 1 Kings 4:34 stated, “ Men came from all peoples to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all the kings of the earth who had heard of his wisdom. ” At least the first few chapters of Proverbs were written to his son. It would be natural for such a man to pass his wisdom on to his son and others. Much like his own father  David , Solomon initially had a deep love for God. He knew that his son’s life would be satisfying and happy if he would love the Lord God and follow His instructions. Proverbs 1: To Know Wisdom And Instruction Now In verse 2 and 3, So...

  Psalm 23: Guidance Hand of the Shepherd Now. To reflect upon the 23rd Psalm is like trying to do a critical review of the Sermon on the Mount! Many writers have written extensively about this beautiful work, requiring caution to avoid sounding trite or shallow. For millions of people, this psalm of David has been, and will be, the pearl of the Psalms. One of the amazing things about Psalm 23 is that it only contains six verses. Yet, the effect of those six short verses has been felt throughout the world. The 23rd Psalm has brought rest to weary souls for many centuries, and it has presented a message of hope that no writings of man have been able to match. Psalm 23: Guidance Hand of the Shepherd Now Jesus Christ has been called the Good Shepherd. He used the analogy Himself in several of His parables. In  John 10:11  Jesus said, “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” Jesus also said in  John 10:14 , “I am the good shepherd; I ...