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Proverbs 18:21

The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit. There is an old saying, “Sticks and stones can break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” The Scripture tells us … Continue reading

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Proverbs 16:18

Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall. Pride has been depicted for centuries as a destructive force. How many examples do we need to see before we realize that pride exposes our insecurities, and our insecurities will … Continue reading

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Proverbs 15:22

Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed. As a pastor, I am shocked by how many major decisions are made by people who don’t seek outside counsel. God created us to live in community, and … Continue reading

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Proverbs 14:15

The simple believe anything, but the prudent give thought to their steps. Childlike faith in God does not mean to ignore the practical steps of life. On the contrary, a true faith in God will cause us to carefully plan … Continue reading

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Proverbs 11:30

The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and the one who is wise saves lives. There should be something that stands out about those who claim to know God. Whether in a season of trial or blessing, … Continue reading

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Proverbs 8:12

“I, wisdom, dwell together with prudence; I possess knowledge and discretion.” There is a general fascination in popular media with people who live reckless lives. This proverb tells us that this is not wisdom. Wisdom lives with prudence, or the … Continue reading

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Proverbs 10:22

The blessing of the Lord brings wealth, without painful toil for it. A recent winner of a multi-million dollar lottery spent all of her ten million dollars in less than ten years. She described her time as a multi-millionaire as … Continue reading

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Proverbs 4:25-26

Let your eyes look straight ahead; fix your gaze directly before you. Give careful thought to the paths for your feet and be steadfast in all your ways. According to book of Proverbs, there is power in focus. Instead of … Continue reading

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Proverbs 4:7-9

The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding. Cherish her, and she will exalt you; embrace her, and she will honor you. She will give you a garland to grace your head … Continue reading

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Proverbs 3:11-12

My son, do not despise the Lord’s discipline, and do not resent his rebuke, because the Lord disciplines those he loves, as a father the son he delights in. God has a purpose for every trial that you and I … Continue reading

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