Sound Advice

 

The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel:
For learning what wisdom and discipline are;
for understanding insightful sayings;
for receiving wise instruction
in righteousness, justice, and integrity;
for teaching shrewdness to the inexperienced,
knowledge and discretion to a young man—
a wise man will listen and increase his learning,
and a discerning man will obtain guidance—
for understanding a proverb or a parable,
the words of the wise, and their riddles.

The fear of the Lord
is the beginning of knowledge;
fools despise wisdom and discipline.

Proverbs 1:1-7 (HCSB)

In two short weeks from today, my first full-length book will be releasing. At the beginning of each chapter, Mrs. Wigglesworth gives etiquette advice. Now my heroine tends to do just the opposite. :)

I can't help but think that's the way people often are. When faced with someone 'advising' us, do we readily listen or feel like we need to find things out our own first? The wisdom that Solomon gave and is listed in Scripture... do we follow it or think we know better?

Some would say that advice can make a difference when it comes from a trusted source. Someone who knows you and has your best interest at heart. What it boils down to is this: Only God's Word is the best source for wisdom, advice, and training. He may use other people to help speak His truths into your life, but He is the only perfect authority on the subject. Look to Him for guidance in whatever you are facing. You won't be disappointed.

To Claim Her Heart

 In 1893, on the eve of the great race for land, Benjamin David prays for God to guide him to his 'Promised Land. Finding property and preaching to the lost are his only ways of honoring his deceased fiancée. He hasn't counted on Elmer (Elsie) Smith claiming the same plot and refusing to leave. Not only is she a burr in his side, but she is full of the homesteading know-how he is sadly lacking.

Obtaining a claim in the Cherokee Strip Land Run is Elsie Smith's only hope for survival, and not just any plot, she has a specific one in mind. The land's not only a way to honor her pa and his life, but also to provide a livelihood for herself. She's willing to put in whatever it takes to get that piece of property, and Elsie s determined to keep it.

Her bitterness is what protects her, and she has no intentions of allowing that preacher to lay claim to her land . . . or her heart.

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If you're interested in the fun sayings from Mrs. Wigglesworth, her ebook is now available for Pre-order.

Jodie Wolfe creates novels where hope and quirky meet. She's been a semi-finalist and finalist in various writing contests and is a member of ACFW and RWA. When not writing she enjoys spending time with her husband in Pennsylvania, reading, walking, and being a Grammie. Learn more at www.jodiewolfe.com.