A long, healthy life is a blessing we all hope for. Of course, many factors can contribute to (or get in the way of) such an outcome. The book of Proverbs spotlights just a few of them.
Some have claimed that the teachings of Jesus are impossible to apply because they contrast so sharply with normal human behavior. But we can’t achieve our highest potential without practicing them.
Dealing harshly or vengefully with those who harm us or disagree with us is human. It isn’t how Jesus, “the Man from Galilee,” taught His listeners to react.
A long, healthy life is a blessing we all hope for. Of course, many factors can contribute to (or get in the way of) such an outcome. The book of Proverbs spotlights just a few of them.