Trivial Pursuits

Song: Let Him Have His Way With Thee

Scripture: Proverbs 28:22-27

In colorful and pointed fashion the Proverbs give us warnings for the everyday perils we encounter. Hear the wise man’s warnings about some trivial pursuits that engage foolish hearts.

Covetousness. The man who hastens after wealth finds himself impoverished. He may secure riches but at the price of his soul. His eye is evil, because it is not set on what has real value.

Flattery. If you rebuke a man and he repents, he will afterwards love you more than if you had encouraged him in his wickedness. Even if he doesn’t repent, your actions find favor with God.

Disrespect. A man can rob father and mother in many ways. He can steal from their purse thinking that they owe him. He can deprive them of the respect they deserve when he speaks to them. He can neglect them in their old age. Solomon says that he is a friend to those who destroy temples.

Arrogance. The proud man will be humbled. His works will end in chaos. The humble man will be exalted. The Lord will give him success.

Ego. The man who trusts in himself will soon learn that he does not have as many answers as he thought. The man who trusts in the Lord is wise. He finds all the answers he requires.

Selfishness. The man who closes his eyes to the poor will not save his wealth, but will inherit curses. The benevolent man will never lack.

Avoid the snares of the foolish today, and all your activities will meet with lasting success.

Jason Moore