Did you ever hear that phrase growing up: “You are who your friends are, or you soon will be”? Perhaps you’ve said that to a child or grandchild. On today’s Wisdom for the Heart broadcast, Pastor Stephen Davey reminds us from the Book of Proverbs why this is more than a pithy little parental saying. This is a proverb that even adults should take to heart. Join Stephen as he explores why friendships can either help us or hinder us in our quest for that hidden treasure known as Wisdom.
Scandals abound in a drama cast in the ancient Persian Empire. In the midst of political intrigue and betrayal, a beautiful orphan girl suddenly becomes the leading character, as God’s providence rescues His people from certain death. At first glance, Esther is the heroine and Mordecai the master manipulator. Take a closer look, however, and you’ll discover that behind the scenes, God is pulling the strings as His sovereign providence unfolds.