Ecclesiastes 3:15-17 (KJV)
15 That which hath been is now; and that which is to be hath already been; and God requireth that which is past.
16 And moreover I saw under the sun the place of judgment, that wickedness was there; and the place of righteousness, that iniquity was there.
17 I said in mine heart, God shall judge the righteous and the wicked: for there is a time there for every purpose and for every work.
Old Testament Posts
Genesis 3:19
Genesis 3:19 (KJV)
19 In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread, till thou return unto the ground; for out of it wast thou taken: for dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return.
Our Bodies Will Return To Dust But Spirits To God
We can be made clean by the blood of Jesus but most neglect this precious opportunity. The wrath of God is therefore poured out upon the wicked in judgement.
Persecution For Righteousness Sake
Surely, there is much rejoicing for those that die in the Lord. So many people have suffered for such a good cause, though it is hard to bear and witness.
Proverbs 14:11,12
Proverbs 14:11,12 (KJV)
11 The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish.
12 There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
Be Not Foolish But Wise In The Lord
Everything in this life is temporary. It does matter what we do in life. And what is really going to help us is our time with God.
Proverbs 13:12-15
Proverbs 13:12-15 (KJV)
12 Hope deferred maketh the heart sick: but when the desire cometh, it is a tree of life.
13 Whoso despiseth the word shall be destroyed: but he that feareth the commandment shall be rewarded.
14 The law of the wise is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.
15 Good understanding giveth favour: but the way of transgressors is hard.
Do You Love Or Hate God’s Counsel?
A big reason why most people deny the counsels of God is that they are lazy or simply OK with their lives.
Proverbs 12:15-17
Proverbs 12:15-17 (KJV)
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.
16 A fool’s wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.
17 He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.
Proverbs 12:7,8
Proverbs 12:7,8 (KJV)
7 The wicked are overthrown, and are not: but the house of the righteous shall stand.
8 A man shall be commended according to his wisdom: but he that is of a perverse heart shall be despised.
Proverbs 12:19,20
Proverbs 12:19,20 (KJV)
19 The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
20 Deceit is in the heart of them that imagine evil: but to the counsellors of peace is joy.
Seek Counsel And Be Not Deceived
It is important to understand that “lying lips are abomination to the Lord: but they that deal truly are his delight.”
Proverbs 11:17-19
Proverbs 11:17-19 (KJV)
17 The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
18 The wicked worketh a deceitful work: but to him that soweth righteousness shall be a sure reward.
19 As righteousness tendeth to life: so he that pursueth evil pursueth it to his own death.
Do Not Deny God’s Counsel
To continue to do our yown things and not be led by God is evil in the sight of God. This is denying His hand in your life and because of this, His wrath is upon you until you repent.
Faith Without Works Is Dead
What we do for salvation, on our own terms, without God’s help, is only filthy rags in the sight of God.
Thou Art My Son; This Day Have I Begotten Thee
Jesus is the Messiah and was sent by His Father. He was spoken of and prophesied for many generations until He finally came.
Fellowship With One Another
May you all come to Christ and allow Him to give you boldness. May the Lord, open your heart to talk to people, even when you are more often shy than not.
Proverbs 11:8-10
Proverbs 11:8-10 (KJV)
8 The righteous is delivered out of trouble, and the wicked cometh in his stead.
9 An hypocrite with his mouth destroyeth his neighbour: but through knowledge shall the just be delivered.
10 When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth: and when the wicked perish, there is shouting.
Obey The Commandments And Obtain Life
Please understand that “riches profit not in the day of wrath.” Why build up a life of wealth and security for this life, when it will all, one day, come to dust?
Proverbs 10:27-29
Proverbs 10:27-29 (KJV)
27 The fear of the Lord prolongeth days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened.
28 The hope of the righteous shall be gladness: but the expectation of the wicked shall perish.
29 The way of the Lord is strength to the upright: but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity.
The Wicked Are Punished But The Righteous Are Blessed
What will save us in this life is our faith in Jesus Christ. It is this faith that compels us to forsake what is evil and come unto Him for a change of heart.
Joseph Smith Exposed
Jesus said, “Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.”
Proverbs 10:2,3
Proverbs 10:2,3 (KJV)
2 Treasures of wickedness profit nothing: but righteousness delivereth from death.
3 The Lord will not suffer the soul of the righteous to famish: but he casteth away the substance of the wicked.
The Wicked And The Righteous
Now let’s look at the righteous of God. “A wise son maketh a glad father.” When our children obey and respect their parents there is much joy.
Proverbs 9:9,10
Proverbs 9:9,10 (KJV)
9 Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just man, and he will increase in learning.
10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.
Gifts Of The Spirit
It is so important that we repent and get right with God. This way, we can be used by Him and do His will. And how can we do God’s will?
Psalm 63:1-3
Psalm 63:1-3 (KJV)
1 O God, thou art my God; early will I seek thee: my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is;
2 To see thy power and thy glory, so as I have seen thee in the sanctuary.
3 Because thy lovingkindness is better than life, my lips shall praise thee.
Look To God And Praise Him
Look to God. Nothing can match His love, His kindness, His mercy, His grace, His forgiveness, His compassion and healing power.
Proverbs 8:5-7
Proverbs 8:5-7 (KJV)
5 O ye simple, understand wisdom: and, ye fools, be ye of an understanding heart.
6 Hear; for I will speak of excellent things; and the opening of my lips shall be right things.
7 For my mouth shall speak truth; and wickedness is an abomination to my lips.
Seek Wisdom From God
I counsel you all to find true wisdom in life. The type of wisdom that is found only in the Lord. The knowledge we gain in this life can help us but true insight comes from God.
Proverbs 7:25-27
Proverbs 7:25-27 (KJV)
25 Let not thine heart decline to her ways, go not astray in her paths.
26 For she hath cast down many wounded: yea, many strong men have been slain by her.
27 Her house is the way to hell, going down to the chambers of death.