Proverbs continually outlines the characteristics of godly friends and how we can emulate those qualities to the glory of God.

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In My Father’s Wake by Dave Gibson

Proverbs 10 reminds us of the weight of our words. It is vital to use discernment and consult the wisdom of scripture before we speak.

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Chapter 10 is where the Proverbs begin. Having been teed up by Proverbs 1-9, we begin to learn the wisdom held by Solomon, expressed in this book.

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inContext Interview with Dr. Abner Chou

Solomon wrote these verses in common sense language. Wisdom is a strong and stable house. Despite the temptation of Bible students and scholars alike, the general rule of thumb is don't ask a passage a question that it's not addressing. Wisdom is clear; you can't miss her. Her house is there, the feast of wisdom is well laid, and it's inviting for you. 

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Proverbs 8 makes it clear that wisdom is the best guide in every area of life. It is good to take heed of wisdom's instruction. 

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John 3:16 is arguably the most well-known verse in the Bible. It plainly shows the perfect love we have in Christ. 

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Luke 1:26-38 shows us the amazing and wonderful truth of Jesus’ birth. We see His miraculous power on clear display. 

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Micah 5:2-5 explains the coming Ruler, His reign, and the peace He will bring. The birth of Jesus Christ fulfilled New and Old Testament prophecies alike. 

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Phillips Brooks - The Candle of The Lord

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In Isaiah 9:1-7, Isaiah, the prophet, moved by God, speaks words of comfort to the Israelites of the eternal Messiah over 700 years before Christ was born of Mary.

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Proverbs 7 is the fourth lecture on the adulterous woman the father is teaching the son about. Without wisdom, temptation always wins, the immature lose, and catastrophe awaits.

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Ask Dr. E episode 106: Should we use people's preferred pronouns when it's counter to God's truth?