June 16, 2019, Lectioanry

Wisdom is wisdom and has enough value in itself to merit the ode of Proverbs 8. Also, in wisdom and its ode, can be recognized great metaphors for the Son of God and the Holy Spirit.

God's glory, splendor, art, and beauty is far beyond the sun and far vaster than the sky. God's glory, praise, and honor is sung farther than outer space. Psalm 8

By faith and grace, we have peace with God, while expecting and accepting troubles, which give us hope and not shame, because of the love of God. Romans 5:1-5

The Holy Spirit glorifies, or shows the splendor and beauty of, Jesus. John 16:12-15

Thoughts about Listening

Wisdom, common sense, brilliance, thoughtfulness. What do you think? Are these things in shorter supply or less revered now than in previous ages? Proverbs 8:1-4; 22-31

In whatever way, and to whatever extent, I am in a position to decide, I really need to consider the good of all nature in my decisions. Psalm 8

Consider the vocabulary of your audience. It's alright to cut the big words or to use them, depending on your audience. Romans 5:1-5

I like being around couples in which each person highlights the skills and magnificence of the other. John 16:12-15