Wisdom For The Way Wise Words For Busy People Quotes

“The mind of man plans his way, but the LORD directs his steps. PROVERBS 16:9”
― Charles R. Swindoll, Wisdom for the Way: 365 Days of Wise Words for Busy People

“Then there are principles . . . and these are general guidelines that require discernment and maturity if we are to grasp them. . . . Like the sign that says, “Drive carefully.” This may mean forty miles an hour on a clear, uncongested highway, or it may mean ten miles an hour on an ice-covered curve. But it always means that we must be alert and aware of conditions; it always means we have to be discerning. . . . These principles require wisdom and discernment. The Mystery of God’s Will”
― Charles R. Swindoll, Wisdom for the Way: 365 Days of Wise Words for Busy People

“A Rare Commodity A man’s pride will bring him low, but a humble spirit will obtain honor. PROVERBS 29:23 Humility isn’t a show we put on; in fact, if we think we’re humble, we’re probably not. And in our day of self-promotion, self-assertion, spotlighting “celebrities of the faith,” and magnifying the flesh, this quality—so greatly valued by the Lord Jesus—is a rare commodity indeed. . . . A truly humble person looks for opportunities to give himself freely to others rather than holding back, to release rather than hoarding, to build up rather than tearing down, to serve rather than being served, to learn from others rather than clamoring for the teaching stand. How blessed are those who learn this early in life. Hope Again”
― Charles R. Swindoll, Wisdom for the Way: 365 Days of Wise Words for Busy People

“God’s New Morning Message The LORD raises up those who are bowed down; the LORD loves the righteous. PSALM 146:8 Do you know what God’s fresh, new morning message is to us? Whether the sun is shining brightly or whether it’s pouring down rain? Whether the morning is bright or whether it’s gray and overcast? His promise is the dawn itself. . . . Every morning the Lord comes through with His encouraging message, “We’re still on speaking terms, you know! I’m here. I haven’t moved. Let’s go together today.” . . . Trust God to remember you. He won’t forget your name. He won’t forget your circumstances, He certainly won’t forget your prayers. . . . Trust Him, He remembers you. The Mystery of God’s Will”
― Charles R. Swindoll, Wisdom for the Way: 365 Days of Wise Words for Busy People

“Power to Overcome Apply your heart to discipline and your ears to words of knowledge. PROVERBS 23:12 Can’t and won’t. Christians need to be very careful which one they choose. It seems that we prefer to use “can’t.” “I just can’t get along with my wife.” “My husband and I can’t communicate.” “I just can’t discipline the kids as I should.” “I just can’t give up the affair I’m having.” “I can’t stop overeating.” “I can’t find time to pray.” Any Christian who takes the Bible seriously will have to agree the word here really should be “won’t.” Why? Because we have been given the power, the ability to overcome. . . . We’re really saying “I won’t,” because we don’t choose to say “With the help of God, I will!” Day by Day with Charles Swindoll”
― Charles R. Swindoll, Wisdom for the Way: 365 Days of Wise Words for Busy People

“Real Riches In [Christ] are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. COLOSSIANS 2:3 From the looks of things, you’re pretty impressive. You’ve got a nice place. And I suppose your neighbors would agree that you’re a hard worker . . . climbing right on up that ladder toward success, right? . . . Your salary is good and your material possessions are growing in number, but . . . the truth is you are empty on the inside and you’re faking it on the outside. Not one thing you own in your “kingdom” has brought you the happiness you long for. So you’re thinking, “Maybe if I could land that better job,” or “get into that bigger house,” or . . . or . . . . But don’t allow the smoke screen of more money to blind your eyes to the truth. There’s a lot more to being rich than making more money. Seneca, the Roman, was right “Money has never yet made anyone rich.” Do you want riches? Then listen to Jesus: But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness; and all these things shall be added to you (Matt. 6:33). For the real riches, try switching kingdoms. Living on the Ragged Edge”
― Charles R. Swindoll, Wisdom for the Way: 365 Days of Wise Words for Busy People