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God calls His people to be humble, recognizing that true wisdom comes from Him
Proverbs 26:16 : The sluggard is wiser in his own conceit than seven men that can render a reason. Historical Context: In the ancient world, wisdom was highly valued, especially in Israel, where Proverbs was written to guide people in godly living. The idea of being “wise in your own eyes”...- Tang Wei Ping
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build strong, meaningful relationships w/ fellow believers who will encourage
Psalm 119:63 ： I am a companion of all them that fear thee, and of them that keep thy precepts Historical Context： In the time of the psalmist, the Israelites were set apart as God’s chosen people. They were surrounded by nations with different beliefs and practices. For the faithful, it was...- Tang Wei Ping
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By choosing to speak words of life, encouragement, & truth➡can create a harvest
Proverbs 18:20 : A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; and with the increase of his lips shall he be filled. Historical Context: In the ancient world, especially in Israel, words were seen as powerful and significant. There were no modern forms of communication like...- Tang Wei Ping
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LORD God is not a distant or passive deity but is fully involved in our lives
Psalm 18:14 : Yea, he sent out his arrows, and scattered them; and he shot out lightnings, and discomfited them. Historical Context: David wrote Psalm 18 after God delivered him from years of persecution and danger, especially from King Saul. In David’s time, storms with lightning and...- Tang Wei Ping
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As followers of Christ, we are called to walk in His footsteps, valuing humility
Proverbs 13:10 : Only by pride cometh contention: but with the well advised is wisdom. Historical Context: In ancient Israel, relationships within the community and family were highly valued. Conflict and strife were often seen as destructive forces that tore apart the fabric of society...- Tang Wei Ping
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LORD God does not give up on His people, even when we all have failed Him
Nehemiah 1:9 : But if ye turn unto me, and keep my commandments, and do them; though there were of you cast out unto the uttermost part of the heaven, yet will I gather them from thence, and will bring them unto the place that I have chosen to set my name there. Historical Context: The...- Tang Wei Ping
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