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What, if any, is the "difference" between discipline and punishment? (Proverbs 3:11-12)

11 My son, do not despise the Lord’s discipline, and do not resent his rebuke, 12 because the Lord disciplines those he loves, as a father the son he...

March 27 2023 1 Answer

Why does the writer of Proverbs pick on wives? (Proverbs 21:9)

Proverbs 21:9

9 Better to live on a corner of the roof than share a house with a quarrelsome wife. 19 Better to live in a desert than with a quarrelsome and nagging wife....

1 Vote March 27 2019 4 Answers

What does Proverbs 14:12 mean?

Proverbs 14:12

7 Votes October 19 2014 4 Answers

What's wrong with adultery (Proverbs 5:3-10)?

January 28 2024 2 Answers

What can we learn about the wrong way and the right way in Proverbs 14:12?

February 16 2021 3 Answers

How and when should we overlook an offense (Proverbs 19:11)?

June 15 2015 1 Answer

Is it right to lie for the sake of politeness? To keep a surprise party secret?

We know that lying is defined as "making an untrue statement with the intent to deceive." We know it is a sin (Leviticus 19:11; Proverbs 12:22). But is it...

6 Votes November 29 2013 4 Answers

Does this proverb mean that instant gratification is good for us? (Proverbs 13:12)

Proverbs 13:12

Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life. (NIV)

March 30 2020 1 Answer

What does first fruit mean in Proverbs 3:9?

Proverbs 3:9

1 Vote January 06 2014 1 Answer

How is the fear of the Lord the beginning of wisdom?

Proverbs 3:13 - 15

Proverbs 3:13-15

2 Votes October 12 2022 1 Answer

Who is a "ruler" today (Proverbs 23:1-3)?

Proverbs 23:1 - 35

Proverbs 23:1-3 – “When you sit down to eat with a ruler, consider carefully what is before you; and put a knife to your throat if you are a man given to...

4 days ago 1 Answer

Why aren't more wicked people brought to ruin (Proverbs 21:12)?

12 The Righteous One takes note of the house of the wicked and brings the wicked to ruin.

July 26 2023 2 Answers

What does a ring mean in the Bible?

Luke 11:24

What does a ring mean in the Bible? Jeremiah 22:24; Proverbs 11:22; Luke 15:22

February 14 2019 4 Answers

How is this woman a model for today? Proverbs 31:10–31)

Proverbs 31:1 - 10

10 [d] An excellent wife who can find? She is far more precious than jewels. 11 The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he will have no lack of gain. 12...

August 06 2019 1 Answer

Why is there a discrepancy between the 1,260 days of Rev. 11:2-3) and the 1290 days of Daniel 12:11?

Revelation 11 New International Version (NIV) The Two Witnesses 11 I was given a reed like a measuring rod and was told, “Go and measure the temple of God...

December 07 2019 2 Answers

What does Proverbs 11:22 mean?

Proverbs 11:22

"Like a gold ring in a pig’s snout is a beautiful woman who shows no discretion." (NIV)

2 Votes September 01 2014 3 Answers

Does this mean we should not be proud of anything we have done? (Proverbs11:2)

Proverbs 11:1 - 31

Proverbs 11:2: When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.

0 Votes November 24 2022 1 Answer

Why did the writer use such a strong figure of speech? (Proverbs 11:22)

Proverbs 11:1 - 31

22 "Like a gold ring in a pig’s snout is a beautiful woman who shows no discretion." (NIV)

0 Votes November 03 2021 1 Answer

Is Zechariah 11:12-13 a Messianic prophecy?

Zechariah 11:12 - 13

4 Votes July 01 2013 2 Answers

What does it mean in Proverbs 22:3 that a prudent man foresees evil and hides himself, but the simple pass on and are punished?

Proverbs 22:3

What is the difference here between a prudent man and a simple man?

1 Vote September 15 2017 2 Answers

What is a measure of faith (Romans 12:3)?

August 18 2015 1 Answer

How can we use our "mouths" (voices) to speak what is good or bad? Romans 15:6

Romans 15:6

Examples though I am sure there must be more: To speak what is good Proverbs 10:11 To speak what is bad Psalm 10:7

December 07 2020 2 Answers

What was a winnowing fork? (Matthew 3:12)

Matthew 3:1 - 12

11 “I baptize you with water for repentance. But after me comes one who is more powerful than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry. He will baptize you...

January 30 2022 2 Answers

What would you say to a husband who says that based on Proverbs 31:11, he should not have to bring any money into the marriage and his wife should be the only breadwinner and should pay their whole cost of living?

3 Votes January 20 2022 2 Answers

Does Proverbs 24:11 justify breaking the law to stop abortions?

Proverbs 24:11

We should “Deliver those who are drawn toward death, and hold back those stumbling to the slaughter.” Does this justify illegal attempts to “rescue” babies...

November 29 2020 2 Answers

Why did Jesus turn our value system upside down? (Matthew 5:3-12)

Matthew 5:3-12 3"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5Blessed are...

May 06 2019 1 Answer

Why lift Moses' arms and staff (Exodus 17:11-12)?

June 07 2023 1 Answer

Does trusting God mean ignoring common sense? (Proverbs 3:5–6)

Proverbs 3:5 - 6

5 Trust the Lord with all your heart, and don’t depend on your own understanding. 6 Remember the Lord in all you do, and he will give you success. (NCV)

March 06 2020 1 Answer

Did Paul's handkerchief heal sick people (Acts 19:11-12)?

Acts 19:11 - 12

2 Votes April 10 2017 3 Answers

In light of Gal 3:12, is paying a tithe of 10 percent obeying the law or of faith?

Galatians 3:12

Gal. 3:12: But the law is not of faith, rather, "The one who does them shall live by them."

July 05 2017 2 Answers

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