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Be Thankful for the Way God Made You

It seems to be part of human nature to admire what someone else has. The quiet person wishes they were more outgoing. The outgoing person wishes they were more thoughtful. The musician envies the athlete. The athlete envies the scholar. … Continue reading

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When To Keep Your Mouth Shut

20 Bible Verses About the Wisdom of Silence “Even fools are thought wise when they keep silent; with their mouths shut, they seem intelligent.” — Proverbs 17:28 One of the greatest marks of spiritual maturity is knowing when not to … Continue reading

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Being Filled With Wisdom

There is a big difference between knowledge and wisdom. Knowledge gathers information; wisdom knows what to do with it. You can have a head full of facts and still make poor decisions—but a person filled with wisdom walks steadily, makes … Continue reading

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God Uses All Kinds: Even the Ornery and Cantankerous

I just finished reading the book of Jonah again. What a strange, short, and powerful story. Let’s be honest—Jonah wasn’t exactly a model of godliness or cheerfulness. He was ornery. Cantankerous. Resistant. He ran from God, reluctantly obeyed, and then … Continue reading

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