The Name Of the Lord Is A Fortified Tower

An unfriendly person pursues selfish ends and against all sound judgment starts quarrels.

Fools find no pleasure in understanding but delight in airing their own opinions.

When wickedness comes, so does contempt, and with shame comes reproach.

The words of the mouth are deep waters, but the fountain of wisdom is a rushing stream.

It is not good to be partial to the wicked and so deprive the innocent of justice.

The lips of fools bring them strife, and their mouths invite a beating.

The mouths of fools are their undoing, and their lips are a snare to their very lives.

The words of a gossip are like choice morsels; they go down to the inmost parts.

One who is slack in his work is brother to one who destroys.

The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.

Proverbs 18:1-10

Have you ever thought of the various phrases we use to describe the goodness of God. He is the God above all gods. He is the God who provides. He is the almighty God. He is our healer God. He is our God of peace. He is our God who is present. He is our loving, covenant-keeping God.

We are reminded, “the name of the LORD is a strong tower.” He will be faithful to His name.

God’s names, which describe His character, can bring comfort when we need it most.

Our Daily Bread – July 12, 2014