A Crown

Blessings crown the head of the righteous, but violence overwhelms the mouth of the wicked. The name of the righteous is used in blessings, but the name of the wicked will rot (Proverbs 10:6,7)

Here we go again – more contrast between the wicked (the foolish) and the righteous (those who believe). 

Can you just picture it?  Those who love the Lord have these beautiful crowns they wear – full of blessings.  And those who do not love the Lord have mouths with ugly stuff spilling out.  I’d like to see a painting of that!

All of this chapter is so visual about the distinct differences between the foolish and the righteous.  There is so much to be gained from following after the Lord, and so much to be lost by turning away.

Out of our mouths comes what resides in our hearts.  And when vile junk pours forth, we earn a name or reputation that stinks – because it’s rotten. 

However, when his blessings crown our head – our reputation is golden.  And the cool thing is that when His blessings adorn our heads, HIS name is recognized as being the giver of the blessings.

These are strong words in this book of Proverbs.  And we have the choice to heed…or disregard.