““Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise; when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent.” Prov 17:28 (ESV) My son has taught me this verse first hand.  As I have watched him grow up, I have noticed he is a very silent type.  Chill.  Unflappable.  In most situations he…

“Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise; when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent.” Prov 17:28 (ESV) This is probably one of the biggest faults I have – I talk too much!  Over the years I have gained a little wisdom in this arena and held my…

I love to talk.  Just ask my wife! I am certain that God gifted me with such a wonderful spouse because He knew I needed to use a lot of words each day and she has the best listening skills of anyone I know. She will listen to me rant and rave…