Definition: "to tip your hand" is to inadvertently reveal the cards you are holding.
As Christians, we are in a continual spiritual battle against demonic forces, something like Jesus' temptation in the wilderness. Our adversary has been at it for thousands of years so he knows what he is doing. He covers his tracks well attempting to remain undetected as he carries out his nefarious deeds. Rest assured he will never show up in red long-johns and a pointed tail. More likely he will disguise himself as "an angel of light". (2Cor.11:14)
Years ago, in a land far away, I learned this valuable lesson. Sooner or later the devil will tip his hand.
He can disguise his appearnce but he always acts according to his character. "The devil is in the details." If you examine a situation closely you will begin to see his character being revealed.
He is called the "father of lies" Jn 8:44 - lies reveal his working.
He is called the "accuser" Rev 12:10- false accusations reveal his activity. Jesus was accused of being in league with the devil. The devil really put a twist on that one.
He is called the "murderer" Jn 8:44 - murder and character assassination is his forte.
When lies, false accusations and murder are present, that old serpent the devil is not far away. Just make sure he is not in your camp!!
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Halitosis of the Mind
Don't speak evil of someone if you don't know for certain, and if you do know ask yourself, why am I telling it?
Johann Kaspar Lavater
A malignant sore throat is a danger, a malignant throat not sore is worse.
American Proverbs
Gossip is sometimes referred to as halitosis of the mind.
Gossiping and lying go hand in hand.
What you don't see with your eyes, don't witness with your mouth.
Jewish Proverbs
Loose tongues are worse than wicked hands.
Jewish Proverbs
An expert gossiper knows how much to leave out of a conversation.
Source Unknown
Where no wood is, the fire goes out; so where there is no tale bearer, the strife ceaseth.
Bible
Johann Kaspar Lavater
A malignant sore throat is a danger, a malignant throat not sore is worse.
American Proverbs
Gossip is sometimes referred to as halitosis of the mind.
Gossiping and lying go hand in hand.
What you don't see with your eyes, don't witness with your mouth.
Jewish Proverbs
Loose tongues are worse than wicked hands.
Jewish Proverbs
An expert gossiper knows how much to leave out of a conversation.
Source Unknown
Where no wood is, the fire goes out; so where there is no tale bearer, the strife ceaseth.
Bible