A certain statement sticks in my mind as I read through Proverbs 10 and Proverbs 11: It makes all the difference in the world how you live.

The law of sowing and reaping is made very evident in these two chapters. Over and over again, the reward of the righteous is contrasted to the ultimate punishment of the wicked.

For example, look at this sharp contrast between the righteous and the wicked:

The memory of the [uncompromisingly] righteous is a blessing, but the name of the wicked shall rot.
(Prov. 10:7 AMP)

You know, if I leave the earth before Jesus comes, I don't want people to be glad when I'm gone. I don't want my family and friends to say, "I am so glad to get her out of here!"

Even though they would never say that out loud, I don't want them to be inwardly relieved that I'm gone.

No, I want to be a blessing to people while I live on this earth — and so do you! And I guarantee you; you will be a blessing to others if you fit the description of the righteous in this chapter ten of Proverbs.

For example, your mouth should be a well of life (v. 11). Your love should cover a multitude of transgressions (v. 12 AMP). And wisdom should be found on your lips that feeds and guides many (vv. 13, 21 AMP).

Make no mistake about it: How you live does make a difference.

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