Take Good Verbal Care of your Neighbor:
“12) He who despises his neighbor lacks sense, But a man of understanding keeps silent.” Proverbs‬ ‭11‬:‭12‬
This seems to be tied to the previous verse. Learn to bless and not curse those among whom you live. Don’t despise your neighbor. Don’t talk badly about him. It will come back on you. Take good verbal care of your neighbor.
A man of understanding keeps silent. Once words are spoken they cannot be recalled. If you have nothing good to say, then say nothing. Bless and curse not. You will never establish a positive relationship with a neighbor you speak negatively about.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GiServ Global
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Take Good Verbal Care of your Neighbor:
“12) He who despises his neighbor lacks sense, But a man of understanding keeps silent.” Proverbs‬ ‭11‬:‭12‬
This seems to be tied to the previous verse. Learn to bless and not curse those among whom you live. Don’t despise your neighbor. Don’t talk badly about him. It will come back on you. Take good verbal care of your neighbor.
A man of understanding keeps silent. Once words are spoken they cannot be recalled. If you have nothing good to say, then say nothing. Bless and curse not. You will never establish a positive relationship with a neighbor you speak negatively about.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GiServ Global
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The Spillover Effect: Proverbs 11:11
“11) By the blessing of the upright a city is exalted, But by the mouth of the wicked it is torn down.” Proverbs‬ ‭11‬:‭11‬
It is true, because God’s blessings and favor surround the upright, it is good to be in close proximity to them. God would have spared Sodom and Gomorrah if only ten righteous had been found there. Take a moment and read Psalm 5:12.
That principle still holds true today. Some wonder why God is so patient with so many wicked cities, states and countries? The answer relates to the righteous who are in that place.
This was true for the widows and the Shunammite woman who cared for both Elijah and Elisha. God blessed them because of their proximity and care to these two righteous men.
The opposite is also true. When God is disciplining someone, keep your distance. All who were in the boat with Jonah endured his storm until they threw him into the sea. Not even the whale could stomach him very long!
This principle is also why it is so wise to personally support a few godly missionaries and Christan ministries from your personal finances. God will make all grace abound in your life as a spillover effect.
If you doubt me, do a study of 2 Corinthians 8-9. Paul understood this concept. We have made supporting others in ministry part of our core value as a couple. We invite the spillover effect.
The spillover effect comes in many ways. It can bless an entire city! Live in such a way as to be a blessing to your family, town and city.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
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The Plight of the City: Proverbs 11:10
“10) When it goes well with the righteous, the city rejoices, And when the wicked perish, there is joyful shouting.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭11‬:‭10‬
When the righteous rule, there comes times of peace and prosperity. It might take some time to settle in depending on previous conditions. It took time for David’s Kingdom to be established. The end result was freedom for all. Favor and blessings settled over the whole kingdom. The city did much rejoicing. When a righteous ruler dies, there is much mourning.
When the wicked rule, the opposite happens. There comes times of abuse, oppression and heart ache. Corruption abounds. The tyranny often doesn’t end until the wicked ruler dies. When the oppressor dies, there is much rejoicing in the city. History is full of examples.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
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Tanzania Update:
Great news, we are close to the finish line for funding the two Freedom Quest Workshops for Tanzania. My tickets are bought and I leave September 13th and return September 30th. A special thank you to all who stepped up to make this possible.
Right now, we have 450 pastors registered. We have more on a waiting list. We are now trusting God for those last minute gifts to allow more pastors to attend. The four day conference is $50 per pastor.
Consider joining this endeavor by sponsoring 5 to 20 more pastors. I would love to break the 500 or even 600 mark between these two conferences. All gifts should be sent through GoServ Global and designated as “Freedom Quest Pastor Conferences.”
Please keep me in your prayers. At this point I am traveling alone on this trip to keep costs down and because of the grueling nature of this trip. I am expecting God to work in extraordinary ways.
Join me with your prayers and giving, and let’s reach east Africa together.
Terry Baxter Cofounder of GoServe Global
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The Power of the Mouth: Proverbs 11:9
“9) With his mouth the godless man destroys his neighbor, But through knowledge the righteous will be delivered.” Proverbs‬ ‭11‬:‭9‬
Solomon now returns to the power of the tongue. Your mouth can destroy people. Lies, slander, gossip and false accusations cause serious damage to people.
Words can also build people up. But the crazy thing about the godless, they are bent on hurting others. They are word bully’s.
The second part of the verse says that the righteous can use knowledge to deliver himself. He opts for truth, love, patience and credible witnesses.
God is on the side of the righteous. He is their defense. Never compromise your integrity.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
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