“I, wisdom, dwell with prudence, and I find knowledge and discretion. The fear of the Lord is hatred of evil. Pride and arrogance and the way of evil and perverted speech I hate. I have counsel and sound wisdom; I have insight; I have strength. By me kings reign, and rulers decree what is just; by me princes rule, and nobles, all who govern justly. I love those who love me, and those who seek me diligently find me. Riches and honor are with me, enduring wealth and righteousness. My fruit is better than gold, even fine gold, and my yield than choice silver. I walk in the way of righteousness, in the paths of justice, granting an inheritance to those who love me, and filling their treasuries.” ‭‭ Proverbs‬ ‭8‬:‭12‬-‭21‬ ‭ESV‬‬ #truth #wisdom

Saturday, all seems well in 🌽 Getting Saturday chores and projects done. Love 🎶 that gets the kids fired up to help. Today it’s Saticoy Big Sky Country Lyrics [Verse 1] My father told me of a place where he was born And how he left as soon as he was grown He said if I could change the things I did before I'da stayed and called that place my home [Chorus] I wanna see that big sky over my head I wanna feel that soft ground where I was planted I wanna have a little bit of growing for my heart Where you can look up at night and hear the song of the stars [Verse 2] We'll climb the rimrocks, pretend their mountaintops We'll watch the flat land stretch out far below The clouds will pile up high like cities in the sky We'll dream about them, but we'll never know, no [Chorus] I wanna see that big sky over my head I wanna feel that soft ground where I was planted I wanna have a little bit of growing for my heart Where you can look up at night and hear the song of the stars [Bridge] Just give me that big sky country That's where I'm meant to be That's where I'm going before long Just give me that sweet sky country That's everything I'll ever need, I know Big sky country is my home [Verse 3] We'll find some buffalo bones Float down to Yellowstone We'll stop in buildings, visit all our kin And we won't have to stay, but we'll have to come back some day 'Cause where you start is where you have to end [Chorus] I wanna see that big sky over my head I wanna feel that soft ground where I was planted I wanna have a little bit of growing for my heart Where you can look up at night and hear the song of the stars [Bridge] Just give me that big sky country That's where I'm meant to be That's where I'm going before long Just give me that sweet sky country That's everything I'll ever need, I know Big sky country is my home

On the road again. Here’s to all truckers who bring stuff to us. ☕️

“With much seductive speech she persuades him; with her smooth talk she compels him. All at once he follows her, as an ox goes to the slaughter, or as a stag is caught fast till an arrow pierces its liver; as a bird rushes into a snare; he does not know that it will cost him his life. And now, O sons, listen to me, and be attentive to the words of my mouth. Let not your heart turn aside to her ways; do not stray into her paths, for many a victim has she laid low, and all her slain are a mighty throng. Her house is the way to Sheol, going down to the chambers of death.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭7‬:‭21‬-‭27‬ ‭ESV‬‬ #truth #wisdom

It’s impossible to live the Christian faith alone. How does that work out? It doesn’t. “Civilization is built by men with families to feed” - George Gilder, Men and Marriage

May your day be filled with beauty, the richest of relationships and great food to nourish the body, and may your cup be filled with something you love. This is the way

“My son, be attentive to my wisdom; incline your ear to my understanding, that you may keep discretion, and your lips may guard knowledge. For the lips of a forbidden woman drip honey, and her speech is smoother than oil, but in the end she is bitter as wormwood, sharp as a two-edged sword. Drink water from your own cistern, flowing water from your own well. Should your springs be scattered abroad, streams of water in the streets? Let them be for yourself alone, and not for strangers with you. Let your fountain be blessed, and rejoice in the wife of your youth, a lovely deer, a graceful doe. Let her breasts fill you at all times with delight; be intoxicated always in her love. For a man’s ways are before the eyes of the Lord, and he ponders all his paths.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭5‬:‭1‬-‭4‬, ‭15‬-‭19‬, ‭21‬ ‭ESV‬‬ #truth #wisdom

Great coffee ☕️ and fellowship, building the kingdom one child at a time. “Let the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtain guidance, to understand a proverb and a saying, the words of the wise and their riddles. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭1‬:‭5‬-‭7‬ ‭ESV‬‬ #truth #wisdom

“Evil men do not understand justice, but those who seek the Lord understand it completely. Better is a poor man who walks in his integrity than a rich man who is crooked in his ways.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭28‬:‭5‬-‭6‬ ‭ESV‬‬

A lot on nostr these days about stoicism. Maybe some basic perspective regarding worldviews is in order. Here’s one contrasting view (as written by perplexity) selected by this writer. “From a Reformed biblical perspective, Stoicism and Christianity differ fundamentally in their understanding of human nature, salvation, and the source of true peace. While Stoicism emphasizes self-mastery, reason, and virtue as sufficient for a flourishing life, Reformed theology asserts that human nature is corrupted by sin and cannot achieve righteousness or salvation through human effort alone. Instead, salvation comes solely through faith in Christ and the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit (Ezek. 36:26-27; Eph. 2:8-9). Stoicism’s focus on self-reliance contrasts sharply with the Christian reliance on God’s grace. The Stoic pursuit of apatheia (freedom from emotional disturbance) is seen as inadequate compared to the peace offered by reconciliation with God through Christ (Col. 2:8; Gal. 5:22-23). Stoicism provides tools for coping with life’s challenges but lacks the transformative power of the Gospel, which renews the heart and reconciles humanity to God. Additionally, Stoicism’s pantheistic view of God as an impersonal force differs from Christianity’s understanding of a personal, loving God who actively works for His glory and the good of His people (Rom. 8:28). While Stoicism may offer practical wisdom, it cannot address humanity’s ultimate need for redemption and eternal life through Christ alone.” Ultimately it can be argued that one will not find the ultimate answers inside one’s self. Solomon and Job are examples A and B to study this. We study bitcoin, not as the ultimate answer but to me wise and educated about what it is and how to use this tool to help us and future generations reach wealth and prosperity that we couldn’t have (did not) come up with on our own. Is Bitcoin God inspired? I’ll leave that for someone else to pick up. At any rate this contrast and comparison is good food for thought. Soli Deo Gloria

“You’ve been born into a world of authority, and it is not you. Disobedience dethrones God and enthrones you in your heart.” Paul Tripp, from New Morning Mercies, February 27 All words and scripture references credit to Paul Tripp

“A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in a setting of silver. Like a gold ring or an ornament of gold is a wise reprover to a listening ear. Like the cold of snow in the time of harvest is a faithful messenger to those who send him; he refreshes the soul of his masters. Like clouds and wind without rain is a man who boasts of a gift he does not give.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭25‬:‭11‬-‭14‬ ‭ESV‬‬ #truth #wisdom These are selected verses of chapters in the book of Proverbs. They are only a portion of the chapter. For best results read the entire chapter daily. ☀️

“How long, O simple ones, will you love being simple? How long will scoffers delight in their scoffing and fools hate knowledge? If you turn at my reproof, behold, I will pour out my spirit to you; I will make my words known to you. Because I have called and you refused to listen, have stretched out my hand and no one has heeded, because you have ignored all my counsel and would have none of my reproof, I also will laugh at your calamity; I will mock when terror strikes you, when terror strikes you like a storm and your calamity comes like a whirlwind, when distress and anguish come upon you.” ‭‭ Proverbs‬ ‭1‬:‭22‬-‭27‬ ‭ESV‬‬ #truth #wisdom

“Do not speak in the hearing of a fool, for he will despise the good sense of your words. Apply your heart to instruction and your ear to words of knowledge. Do not withhold discipline from a child; if you strike him with a rod, he will not die. The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice; he who fathers a wise son will be glad in him. My son, give me your heart, and let your eyes observe my ways.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭23‬:‭9‬, ‭12‬-‭13‬, ‭24‬, ‭26‬ ‭ESV‬‬ #truth #wisdom

How much does kindness cost you? How expensive is a courteous gesture or an unprovoked smile? A kind word, a thoughtful response. It costs nothing but can gain a friend. Today, connection and networking are important in business and in life. But who does ^ these things? Have a great day #nostr friends

@The Space @Matt Hill @BTC Mechanic Fun times watching these guys getting into proof of play. Great to expand my thinking here. Thanks @Tyler Stevens ⚡️

“A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold. The rich and the poor meet together; the Lord is the Maker of them all. The prudent sees danger and hides himself, but the simple go on and suffer for it. The reward for humility and fear of the Lord is riches and honor and life.” “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.” “The mouth of forbidden women is a deep pit; he with whom the Lord is angry will fall into it. Do you see a man skillful in his work? He will stand before kings; he will not stand before obscure men.” Proverbs‬ ‭22‬:‭1‬-‭4‬, ‭6‬, ‭14‬, ‭29‬ ‭ ESV This is the word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. #truth #wisdom

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“When justice is done, it brings joy to the righteous but terror to evildoers. Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor. There is no wisdom, no insight, no plan that can succeed against the Lord.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭21‬:‭15‬, ‭21‬, ‭30‬ ‭NIV‬‬ #truth #wisdom

“The purpose in a man’s heart is like deep water, but a man of understanding will draw it out. Many a man proclaims his own steadfast love, but a faithful man who can find? The righteous who walks in his integrity— blessed are his children after him! Do not say, ‘I will repay evil’; wait for the Lord, and he will deliver you. Unequal weights are an abomination to the Lord, and false scales are not good. The glory of young men is their strength, but the splendor of old men is their gray hair.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭20‬:‭5‬-‭7‬, ‭22‬-‭23‬, ‭29‬ ‭ESV‬‬ #truth #wisdom