Get a Vision
Where there is no vision [no redemptive revelation of God], the people perish; but he who keeps the law [of God, which includes that of man]–blessed (happy, fortunate, and enviable)
Do Not Harden Your Neck
He who, being often reproved, hardens his neck shall suddenly be destroyed–and that without remedy. Proverbs 29:1 (AMPC) Hardening one’s neck or being stiff-necked is stubbornness. When a person hardens
Persistence
By long forbearance and calmness of spirit a judge or ruler is persuaded, and soft speech breaks down the most bonelike resistance. Proverbs 25:15 (AMPC) Whatever you set out to
A Cool spirit
He who has knowledge spares his words, and a man of understanding has a cool spirit. Proverbs 17:27 (AMPC) A cool spirit implies self-control. You’re as strong as you’re able
Good Foundation
Through skillful and godly Wisdom is a house (a life, a home, a family) built, and by understanding it is established [on a sound and good foundation]. Proverbs 24:3 (AMPC)
What company are you keeping?
Do not associate with winebibbers; be not among them nor among gluttonous eaters of meat. Proverbs 23:20 (AMPC) Whoever or whatever you keep company with will always rub off on
Choose Your Friends Wisely
Make no friendships with a man given to anger, and with a wrathful man do not associate, lest you learn his ways and get yourself into a snare. Proverbs 22:24-25
Choose a Good Name
A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favor rather than silver and gold. Proverbs 22:1(AMPC) This is not referring to your name as in
Lovers of Pleasure
He who loves pleasure will be a poor man; he who loves wine and oil will not be rich. Proverbs 21:17 (AMPC) In and of itself pleasure isn’t evil and
Importance of Good Counsel
Purposes and plans are established by counsel; and [only] with good advice make or carry on war. Proverbs 20:18 (AMPC) It takes direction or advice to make the right decision