{"id":19824,"date":"2025-08-12T16:28:31","date_gmt":"2025-08-12T16:28:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/christianovercomers.com\/blog\/?p=19824"},"modified":"2025-08-12T16:41:55","modified_gmt":"2025-08-12T16:41:55","slug":"the-secrets-to-living-joyfully","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/christianovercomers.com\/blog\/the-secrets-to-living-joyfully\/","title":{"rendered":"The Secrets to Living Joyfully"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Proverbs 15:1-33<\/h3>\n<p>Each week, it&#8217;s a challenge to assign a title to these studies because every chapter in Proverbs covers such a wide array of topics. Each one is a treasure chest, filled with valuable gems of truth that could serve as the foundation for an entire sermon. The title I came up with for this study is \u201cThe Secrets to Living Joyfully\u201d. I guess you could say they are open secrets because they aren\u2019t hidden; it\u2019s just that few take the time to read and apply them. Let\u2019s find out what they are!<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UKoaW3TTKrE?si=uGAUYNtFOXXOK_4B\" width=\"1000\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Watch the Proverbs 15 video to learn more or continue reading below:<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/christianovercomers.com\/blog\/the-secrets-to-living-joyfully\/#The_Power_of_the_Tongue_for_Good_or_Evil_1-4\" >The Power of the Tongue for Good or Evil (1-4)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/christianovercomers.com\/blog\/the-secrets-to-living-joyfully\/#Humble_Yourself_and_Learn_Righteousness_5-12\" >Humble Yourself and Learn Righteousness (5-12)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/christianovercomers.com\/blog\/the-secrets-to-living-joyfully\/#6_Secrets_to_Happiness_13-18\" >6 Secrets to Happiness (13-18)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/christianovercomers.com\/blog\/the-secrets-to-living-joyfully\/#Diligence_Wisdom_and_Wise_Counsel_19-23\" >Diligence, Wisdom, and Wise Counsel (19-23)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/christianovercomers.com\/blog\/the-secrets-to-living-joyfully\/#Things_That_PleaseDisplease_The_LORD_24-29\" >Things That Please\/Displease The LORD (24-29)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/christianovercomers.com\/blog\/the-secrets-to-living-joyfully\/#Light_Joy_and_Humility_30-33\" >Light, Joy, and Humility (30-33)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Power_of_the_Tongue_for_Good_or_Evil_1-4\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><b>The Power of the Tongue for Good or Evil (1-4)<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:1 \u00a0 A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>Whenever possible, we should strive to reply to people in a gentle, loving way, in a way that doesn\u2019t needlessly provoke them to anger. This takes maturity, patience, and wisdom. Entire wars have started between nations, and countless people have died unnecessarily because of foolish leaders who were unable to swallow their pride and give a soft answer. In the NT, Jesus says, \u201cBlessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God\u201d (Matthew 5:9).<\/p>\n<p>Solomon must have put this proverb into practice, for during his reign, the United Kingdom of Israel experienced great prosperity and had peace on all sides (1 Kings 4:24). There were no significant internal or external conflicts. However, when his foolish son Rehoboam took over, he ignited a devastating civil war with grievous words to Israel (1 Kings 12:13).<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>But this proverb isn\u2019t a one-size-fits-all. Indeed, there are times when we must speak boldly against evil people and use the Word of God like a sword. Think of the time Jesus spoke out against the Pharisees in Matthew 23, where he called them \u201chypocrites, children of hell, fools and blind, serpents, and murderers!\u201d<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>So let\u2019s not get the wrong idea that Christians are always supposed to be soft-spoken. Context and situation are key. We must learn to discern when to rebuke and when to give a soft answer.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Watch: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/live\/_pSlRg5e9oE?si=1JRKQAlrNa5pvBml\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Harsh Words Stir Up Anger (2 Samuel #1)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:2 \u00a0 The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s not only vital that you proclaim the truth, but that you know how to proclaim the truth. That takes wisdom. For example, every seasoned Bible student knows there is a grand conspiracy by Satan and all his devoted followers to take over the earth, and that they work hand in hand with many political leaders, business leaders, religious leaders, along with the deep state. But if you run around on every street corner shouting, \u201cWake up, there is a conspiracy man, everything is a conspiracy!\u201d, you probably will just be labeled as a nut case and discredited by most. No one will benefit from the knowledge you have because you don\u2019t know how to use your tongue.<\/p>\n<p>On the flip side, someone wise will gently guide people toward discovery by asking questions and providing bite-sized pieces their minds can handle, hoping that at some point, God will open their eyes wide so they can see it all!<\/p>\n<p>There is no doubt that there are agents of the deep state conspiracy who are hired actors to play the role of truth seekers, truth teachers, whose number one job is to gain your trust by speaking many truths, but in a way that is intentionally over the top to discredit the message and cause those listening to discredit themselves. This is often achieved by combining absurdities with the truth, encouraging listeners to break the law, or by presenting the truth in a reckless manner that repels many people.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:3 \u00a0 The eyes of the LORD are in every place, beholding the evil and the good.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>The point of this proverb is simple. We should conduct ourselves in a manner knowing that God sees everything we do. His eyes are everywhere, and nothing is secret to him! Let us therefore strive to live with integrity, even when no one else is watching, because God always is.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAnd I beheld, and, lo, in the midst of the throne and of the four beasts, and in the midst of the elders, stood a Lamb as it had been slain, having seven horns and SEVEN EYES, which are the seven Spirits of God sent forth into all the earth.\u201d -Revelation 5:6<\/p>\n<p>Watch: <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Z62hcB7EegU?si=kyrC0ARPAvHxEgR1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Seven Eyes Watching One Stone (Zachariah 3 For Kids)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:4 \u00a0 A wholesome tongue is a tree of life: but perverseness therein is a breach in the spirit.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>Your tongue, when used in a Godly manner, can be life-giving to others! Think of the power the tongue is capable of.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Humble_Yourself_and_Learn_Righteousness_5-12\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><b>Humble Yourself and Learn Righteousness (5-12)<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:5 \u00a0 A fool despiseth his father&#8217;s instruction: but he that regardeth reproof is prudent.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>Your earthly father, as well as your heavenly father, wants to teach you the right way to live. Be prudent and listen.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:6 \u00a0 In the house of the righteous is much treasure: but in the revenues of the wicked is trouble.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>The righteous will be blessed with spiritual treasures beyond measure, but the wicked will be rewarded with trouble. Easy choice. Want to be rich in heaven? Be righteous.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:7 \u00a0 The lips of the wise disperse knowledge: but the heart of the foolish doeth not so.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>The point of the proverb is to warn us not to listen to fools, as there is nothing to gain from them. Seek out the wise so that you can be filled with knowledge.<\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:8 \u00a0 The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD: but the prayer of the upright is his delight.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>Can\u2019t help but think of Cain and Abel here. What made Abel\u2019s offering acceptable to God and Cain\u2019s unacceptable? Why would God consider the sacrifice of the wicked an abomination, but be delighted in the sacrifices and prayers of the upright? Obedience. When you are striving to live righteously and offer a sacrifice, God will accept it. But if you are living lawlessly, your sacrifices are an abomination. No point in going to church to worship the Lord if you are not studying His Word with the intent to obey.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:9 \u00a0 The way of the wicked is an abomination unto the LORD: but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>If wickedness is an abomination to the LORD, then we would be wise to do everything in our power to follow righteousness. An obvious step towards that, which many neglect, is studying the Word of God to learn what righteousness is.<\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:10 \u00a0 Correction is grievous unto him that forsaketh the way: and he that hateth reproof shall die.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>Be willing to accept rebuke from God or a wise elder who tells you the path or paths you are taking are dangerous. No point in being proud and stubborn, as that leads to death.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:11 \u00a0 Hell and destruction are before the LORD: how much more then the hearts of the children of men?<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:12 \u00a0 A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him: neither will he go unto the wise.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>A scorner is someone who scoffs at the idea that they could be committing a wrong, and they will never be wise, although they almost always believe they are.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Secrets_to_Happiness_13-18\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><b>6 Secrets to Happiness (13-18)<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:13 \u00a0 A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>The condition of one\u2019s heart oftentimes shows through their countenance. A person with the gift of discernment can tell by looking at one\u2019s face what\u2019s going on deep inside.<\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:14 \u00a0 The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>How many people today spend countless hours in front of a screen of sorts, either mindlessly scrolling or seeking non-stop entertainment? Too many. Instead of feeding on foolishness, our hearts should be hungry for knowledge. Reading and meditating on the Word of God, reading comprehensive educational books, watching informative documentaries \u2014you name it. So much to discover, so much to understand, yet so many are satisfied with being in an almost thoughtless trance (See 2 Thessalonians 2).<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:15 \u00a0 All the days of the afflicted are evil: but he that is of a merry heart hath a continual feast.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>The message of this proverb is that we should strive to be the kind of person who is positive and happy each day. Feast days were times of joyous celebrations, a time of fellowship, and a time to enjoy the bounty that God blessed them with. If we can strive to be of a merry heart, our life will be full of joy, and every day will be like a feast day!<\/p>\n<p>But the negative person\u2019s days are continually a drag.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:16 \u00a0 Better is little with the fear of the LORD than great treasure and trouble therewith.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>Living a simple Godly life will give us more joy than a life filled with an excess of material and worldly wealth. Oftentimes, the things we think we need are not really necessary at all, and we\u2019d be better off without them.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The point of this proverb is to encourage people to consider ways to simplify their lives, thereby reducing stress and increasing joy.<\/p>\n<p>Many people are doing this today by getting back to homesteading\u2014growing gardens, raising their own livestock, etc.<\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:17 \u00a0 Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, than a stalled ox and hatred therewith.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>This proverb is similar to the prior one. Eating a dinner of herbs is a light meal, while eating an ox would be considered a heavier one. The point being made here is that it\u2019s better to live with less and have love than to live with an abundance and have strife.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Oftentimes, we think the opposite. If we just had more money, or more of this or that, we could finally be happy and comfortable. When we probably should be thinking, \u201cWhat can we get rid of in our lives, how can we simplify our lives so that we can have more love?\u201d<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Another application of this proverb is that sometimes when talking to other Christians, if you\u2019re having a hard time agreeing on deeper matters like prophecy of the end times, who the elect are, or the exact age of the earth, then move back to some lighter topics that won\u2019t cause contention between you, try and find something you can unite on for the sake of unity and brotherly love.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:18 \u00a0 A wrathful man stirreth up strife: but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>No doubt Solomon was a patient, slow-to-anger person. Thus, the reason he experienced great prosperity and peace during his reign was that he did not unnecessarily provoke others to anger and was skillful in defusing anger.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diligence_Wisdom_and_Wise_Counsel_19-23\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><b>Diligence, Wisdom, and Wise Counsel (19-23)<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:19 \u00a0 The way of the slothful man is as an hedge of thorns: but the way of the righteous is made plain.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>The picture is plain. Being lazy is equivalent to walking into a line of thorn bushes. You don\u2019t get anywhere, and you are constantly inflicted with pain.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:20 \u00a0 A wise son maketh a glad father: but a foolish man despiseth his mother.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>It could also be said that a foolish man \u201cshames\u201d his mother. It brings great heartache to parents who raise children who refuse to be wise. More than that, it brings shame to the entire family. What\u2019s the point? Be a wise child!<\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:21 \u00a0 Folly is joy to him that is destitute of wisdom: but a man of understanding walketh uprightly.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>Someone without wisdom, a fool, actually finds joy in being a fool. Interestingly, there have been many movies made in the last couple of decades where they present men and dads as this sort of character, a fool who finds joy in being stupid. And so many of our men think this stuff is entertaining. Oh, that more men in our nation could be wise again!<\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:22 \u00a0 Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s wise to consult experts (or read their books), people with experience who may need help. Doing so can save a lot of pain and heartache.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:23 \u00a0 A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken in due season, how good is it!<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>When you can give good counsel to someone, it brings joy to see that your words have helped them.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_That_PleaseDisplease_The_LORD_24-29\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><b>Things That Please\/Displease The LORD (24-29)<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:24 \u00a0 The way of life is above to the wise, that he may depart from hell beneath.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>Wisdom leads upward to heaven, and foolishness leads downwards to hell.<\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:25 \u00a0 The LORD will destroy the house of the proud: but he will establish the border of the widow.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>Never pays to be proud and arrogant!<\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:26 \u00a0 The thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the LORD: but the words of the pure are pleasant words.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>Our words can be pleasing to God if they are coming from a pure heart.<\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:27 \u00a0 He that is greedy of gain troubleth his own house; but he that hateth gifts shall live.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>Taking bribes is a great sin. Oh, I wish our politicians and other leaders took this proverb to heart. Especially the Neocons who take money from the Israeli lobby, those so-called conservatives that put the secular Christ opposing nation ahead of their own country.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Marjorie Taylor Green, representative from Georgia, is one of the very few politicians who doesn\u2019t take money from AIPAC, the Israeli lobby. And she is being attacked for it.<\/p>\n<p>Now we are finding out that Epstein was a zionist intelligence asset and that his island was used as a blackmail scheme to get powerful politicians to commit sexual crimes and then control them throughout their whole career, making sure they do the Zionist&#8217;s bidding.<\/p>\n<p>Watch: <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Mbxa2D1_rGg?si=481Qy-cLjq9mIOLK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Don&#8217;t Be Deceived By Preachers of Carnal &#8220;Zionism&#8221; (Galations 4)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:28 \u00a0 The heart of the righteous studieth to answer: but the mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>The righteous don\u2019t just respond to people without thought; they carefully think things through before answering.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:29 \u00a0 The LORD is far from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>Meaning, the LORD is far from helping the wicked, but he is close to the righteous and hears their prayers. Want your prayers heard? Then strive to follow the commandments of God and all these proverbs that show us the path of righteousness.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Light_Joy_and_Humility_30-33\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><b>Light, Joy, and Humility (30-33)<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:30 \u00a0 The light of the eyes rejoiceth the heart: and a good report maketh the bones fat.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>Someone with bright, happy eyes can literally make others around them upbeat and happy. Be a positive person who uplifts others with the light of your eyes and some good news to share. On a deeper level, this good report is the Gospel or Good News of Jesus Christ and all that he accomplished for us on the cross.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:31 \u00a0 The ear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:32 \u00a0 He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>This call to receive instruction and correction is repeated often in the book of Proverbs.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Proverbs 15:33 \u00a0 The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom; and before honour is humility.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Those who proudly seek honor will be brought low, but the humble person will be elevated with honor. Be humble. When you compare your life to that of Jesus\u2019s, it should get you to a humble station in life, knowing that even in your best efforts, your righteousness is as filthy rags compared to Christ, and your heart is separately wicked compared to his purity of heart and mind.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Proverbs 15:1-33 Each week, it&#8217;s a challenge to assign a title to these studies because every chapter in Proverbs covers such a wide array of topics. Each one is a treasure chest, filled with valuable gems of truth that could serve as the foundation for an entire sermon. 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