DAY 13

12-16-09

I haven't cried like this in a long, long time...
God has really been teaching me how to make His word practical. The only way to apply it is by living it...

Today, Proverbs helped me through a dispute:12:16
"A fool's wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame."

This verse once stood out for me..and today God sent it as a reminder to exercise this principle. A prudent man is a wise person...To be filled with God's wisdom is to filter your internal reaction to any given situation and instead of allowing our sinful nature to deal with it, you allow God to pull you out of it.

In a rocky place, you will be calm and firm. You will prevent the shame of words and actions that may be regretful and even shameful afterwards.

A Prudent man is God's child Who is able to lose the earthly battle but win the spiritual one.

A Prudent man is not afraid to humble himself and understands that in our weakness, He is strong.

A prudent man doesn't search for his own righteousness to be acknowledged and rewarded, but out of love and good intentions will be more interested in gaining a friendship.

A prudent man is one whose heart has endured many blows, and carried many sufferings, but through whom one finds peace and protection.

Thank You Lord for this incredible lesson. Help me apply it because I am weak and can only battle my sinful nature with You. Amen.