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The Foundation We Can’t Afford to Ignore

“Fear of the Lord is the foundation of wisdom.Knowledge of the Holy One results in good judgment.” — Proverbs 9:10 Every building has a foundation. And the strength of that building is never better than what it’s built on. Proverbs … Continue reading

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Healing Begins With Humility

Proverbs 3:7–8 — “Don’t be impressed with your own wisdom.Instead, fear the Lord and turn away from evil.Then you will have healing for your bodyand strength for your bones.” There’s something refreshing about the bluntness of Proverbs. It cuts straight … Continue reading

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What Modern Believers Can Learn from Ezekiel’s “Most Holy Place”

As I’ve been reading through Ezekiel, I’ve been reminded again how much the Old Testament temple teaches us about the character of God. Ezekiel 41 gives a detailed, almost architectural description of the Most Holy Place—the innermost sanctuary where God’s … Continue reading

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When the Books Are Opened

The prophet Daniel was given a vision so awe-inspiring that human language can scarcely contain it. He wrote: “I watched as thrones were put in place and the Ancient One sat down to judge.His clothing was as white as snow, … Continue reading

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The Purpose of Proverbs: Wisdom for Everyday Life

The book of Proverbs opens with a clear statement of purpose: “These are the proverbs of Solomon, David’s son, king of Israel.Their purpose is to teach people wisdom and discipline,to help them understand the insights of the wise.Their purpose is … Continue reading

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Thinking Differently in a World of Fear

Scripture:“The Lord has given me a strong warning not to think like everyone else does. He said, ‘Don’t call everything a conspiracy, like they do, and don’t live in dread of what frightens them. Make the Lord of Heaven’s Armies … Continue reading

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Treasure the Truth: A Journey Through Proverbs Chapter 2

“Tune your ears to wisdom, and concentrate on understanding.” – Proverbs 2:2 (NLT) Proverbs chapter 2 is a beautiful and powerful invitation to seek wisdom as a life-giving treasure. Written by Solomon, this chapter continues the wise father’s exhortation to … Continue reading

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Ancient Wisdom for a Modern World: Lessons from Proverbs 30

Most of the book of Proverbs is filled with the wisdom of Solomon, but Proverbs 30 takes a unique turn. It’s written by a lesser-known figure—Agur son of Jakeh—and it’s unlike anything else in the book. Humble, poetic, and full … Continue reading

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The Foundation of Wisdom

“Fear of the Lord is the foundation of wisdom. Knowledge of the Holy One results in good judgment.”— Proverbs 9:10 (NLT) We live in a culture filled with information. Knowledge is available at our fingertips. Yet with all this data, … Continue reading

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A Sobering Lesson from Ananias and Sapphira

One of the most sobering passages in the Book of Acts comes from Acts 5:1–11, the story of Ananias and Sapphira. At first glance, it seems harsh—two people fall dead in church after a financial deception. But when we look … Continue reading

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