Day 25 - Reliable friends who do what they say are like cool drinks in sweltering heat—refreshing!!

My favorite sayings from Proverbs 25 MSG, I'm just impressed at how wise these sayings are and how much common sense there is here, wow!

God delights in concealing things;
scientists delight in discovering things.

Like the horizons for breadth and the ocean for depth,
the understanding of a good leader is broad and deep.

Don't work yourself into the spotlight;
don't push your way into the place of prominence.
It's better to be promoted to a place of honor
than face humiliation by being demoted.

Don't jump to conclusions—there may be
a perfectly good explanation for what you just saw.

In the heat of an argument,
don't betray confidences;
Word is sure to get around,
and no one will trust you.

The right word at the right time
is like a custom-made piece of jewelry,
And a wise friend's timely reprimand
is like a gold ring slipped on your finger.

Reliable friends who do what they say
are like cool drinks in sweltering heat—refreshing!

Patient persistence pierces through indifference;
gentle speech breaks down rigid defenses.

When you're given a box of candy, don't gulp it all down;
eat too much chocolate and you'll make yourself sick;
And when you find a friend, don't outwear your welcome;
show up at all hours and he'll soon get fed up.

If you see your enemy hungry, go buy him lunch;
if he's thirsty, bring him a drink.
Your generosity will surprise him with goodness,
and God will look after you.

Like a cool drink of water when you're worn out and weary
is a letter from a long-lost friend.

A person without self-control
is like a house with its doors and windows knocked out.