Proverbs 15

 "¹ A gentle answer turns away wrath, 
   but a harsh word stirs up anger."

How often have we encountered this in our life? That moment where someone is blowing up on you with rage, and upon receiving a calm response, that person just deflates and walks away--not sure how to rebut. Putting a cork on the anger keeps it from transforming into something more severe. Crude or harsh comebacks only ever stir things up until they escalate out of control. Keep calm and carry on, friends.

^"3 The eyes of the LORD are everywhere, 
   keeping watch on the wicked and the good."

Our God watches over all of His creation, not just merely those who have accepted Him as their Lord, Father, and Savior. We were all made by Him, and He keeps an eye on everyone. I suppose this is a subtle reminder from Solomon. Even though we all seem to recognize that our God is omnipresent, have you ever imagined every inch of space being covered by God's eyes? Intriguing thought, huh?

 "¹³ A happy heart makes the face cheerful, 
   but heartache crushes the spirit."


 "¹⁸ A hot-tempered person stirs up conflict, 
   but the one who is patient calms a quarrel."

These are just truths that are SO applicable to our lives. Take a moment and ponder these; they're pretty straight forward, and

^"25 The LORD tears down the house of the proud, 
   but he sets the widow’s boundary stones in place."

Pride is something we are not meant to harbor. For who are we in comparison to God? What makes you better than another being of God's creation? Nothing. God will strip us of our pride, and rightfully so. Be not proud or boastful, and He will protect and safeguard us.

 "³³ Wisdom’s instruction is to fear the LORD, 
   and humility comes before honor."

Being humble is SO important. The Lord is selfless, and we should strive to be likewise. And if you take away anything from Solomon, it should be this: Heed the words of Wisdom; FEAR THE LORD!