The Biblical Illustrator - Proverbs 28:23
Proverbs 28:23He that rebuketh a man.ReproofI. Regard reproof as a duty.1. Speaking generally, we may be bound to administer reproof out of regard to the individuals to whom we may address ourselves. An obligation rests upon us to love our neighbours as ourselves. This obligation requires us, of course, to study to promote their welfare. If we saw a man thoughtlessly going near the heel of a horse that was likely to kick at him, and to imperil his life, we should instinctively caution him to... read more
The Biblical Illustrator - Proverbs 28:22
Proverbs 28:20; Proverbs 28:22He that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent.Haste to be richNowhere does the Bible denounce riches. It tells men very plainly what the dangers are. It denounces very strongly the conduct of rich men. But the motive to good conduct, in the Old Testament period, was the promise of secular prosperity--abundance. The Bible asserts that riches are a great blessing; and poverty a great misfortune. It is the method of God’s development and education of the race... read more