Bible Verses: Isaiah 3:1-11Revelation 10:10Psalms 23:1-6Psalms 31:9Exodus 34:6Galatians 5:22Ephesians 5:9
Read MoreFor Reading and Meditation: Ecclesiastes 10:16-20
Solomon draws attention to the picture of a land governed by an immature king. The NIV says "servant" (v. 16), but the real thought here is of immaturity. Moffatt translates verse 16: "Woe betide you, O land, when your king is a mere boy." In other words, woe betide you, O land, when you have a fool on the...
Bible Verses: Ecclesiastes 10:16-20Isaiah 3:1-5
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For Reading and Meditation: Isaiah 3:1-11
Now we pause to ask ourselves how this fifth Beatitude, when practised, engenders within us good mental and spiritual health. Psychologists have shown that those who lack the qualities of mercy and compassion are more likely to develop physical problems. Harsh, judgmental attitudes may bring a sense of satisfaction to...