A novice is plagued with deception and will face a number of difficulties when starting out because of it.  

Today Bishop Dag will remind you why it is  important to listen to and learn from people that are not novices. Once you analyze a non-novice's actions and listen well to how they speak, you can learn from their example so you do not err. 

Bishop Dag will also emphasize the need for good relationships and learning from and interacting with others ahead of you in order to find favour and to do well in life and ministry. 

We are escaping the pride that comes from the shallowness and emptiness as a newcomer filled with inexperience and pride. Recieve the grace to graduate out of being a novice as you listen to today's teaching.