Welcome to Day 2261 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Wisdom Nuggets – Proverbs 17:15-21 – Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2262 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2262 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before.   In today’s Wisdom Nugget, I will guide you through the vast landscapes of biblical wisdom. It’s a joy to have you join me on this journey. Today, our exploration takes us into the profound insights of Proverbs 17:15-21 from the New Living Translation. Pause… As we delve into these verses, let’s seek the timeless wisdom that can guide us in discerning justice, managing our emotions, and choosing our words wisely. Without further delay, it’s time to lace up those hiking boots, and let’s explore the wisdom of Proverbs. Verse 15: “Acquitting the guilty and condemning the innocent—both are detestable to the Lord.” This verse highlights the moral detestation of acquitting the guilty and condemning the innocent. How can we ensure justice and righteousness in our actions and decisions? Uphold Justice and Righteousness: Recognize the moral detestation of acquitting the guilty and condemning the innocent. Uphold justice and righteousness in your actions and decisions, seeking to align with the principles of the Lord. Pause… Now, let’s explore verse 16. “It is senseless to pay tuition to educate a fool, since he has no heart for learning.” This verse highlights the futility of investing in the education of a fool who lacks a heart for learning. How can we discern where to invest our time and resources? Discern Where to Invest: Recognize the futility of investing in those who lack a heart for learning. Discern where to invest your time and resources, focusing on individuals who value wisdom and understanding. Pause… Verse 17 speaks to the value of wisdom and understanding. “A friend is always loyal, and a brother is born to help in time of need.” This verse celebrates the qualities of loyalty in friendship and the support of a brother in times of need. How can we cultivate loyalty in our friendships and provide support to those in need? Cultivate Loyalty and Support: Recognize the importance of loyalty in friendships and the support that brothers provide in times of need. Cultivate loyalty in your relationships and be a source of support to those around you. Pause… Now, let’s turn our attention to verse 18. “It’s poor judgment to guarantee another person’s debt or put up security for a friend.” This verse advises against guaranteeing another person’s debt or putting up security for a friend due to the potential consequences of poor judgment. How can we exercise wisdom in financial matters and avoid the pitfalls of poor judgment? Exercise Wisdom in Financial Matters: Recognize the potential consequences of poor judgment in guaranteeing debts or providing security for others. Exercise wisdom in financial matters, ensuring that your decisions align with sound principles. Pause… Now, let’s explore...

Welcome to Day 2261 of Wisdom-Trek. Thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Hebrews-15 Signed, Sealed, Delivered...In Blood – Daily Wisdom Putnam Church Message – 08/06/2023 Signed, Sealed, Delivered…In Blood! Hebrews 9:15-28 As we continued our extended series through the book of Hebrews in the New Testament last week, we explored the Reformation of Conscience. Only through the New Covenant and the heavenly Tabernacle can our body and soul be allowed access to God through our perfect High Priest, Jesus Christ.   This week, we will learn that to have hope of a future reward /and peace and joy in the present world, /we must embrace and embody the truth that we can escape tomorrow's judgment because today’s sin is forgivable.   Let’s read Hebrews 9:15-28 on page 1872 of your Pew Bible. 1  15 For this reason Christ is the mediator of a new covenant, that those who are called may receive the promised eternal inheritance—now that he has died as a ransom to set them free from the sins committed under the first covenant. 16 In the case of a will,[d] it is necessary to prove the death of the one who made it, 17 because a will is in force only when somebody has died; it never takes effect while the one who made it is living. 18 This is why even the first covenant was not put into effect without blood. 19 When Moses had proclaimed every command of the law to all the people, he took the blood of calves, together with water, scarlet wool and branches of hyssop, and sprinkled the scroll and all the people. 20 He said, “This is the blood of the covenant, which God has commanded you to keep.”[e] 21 In the same way, he sprinkled with the blood both the tabernacle and everything used in its ceremonies. 22 In fact, the law requires that nearly everything be cleansed with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness. 23 It was necessary, then, for the copies of the heavenly things to be purified with these sacrifices,/ but the heavenly things themselves with better sacrifices than these. 24 For Christ did not enter a sanctuary made with human hands that was only a copy of the true one; he entered heaven itself, /now to appear for us in God’s presence. 25 Nor did he enter heaven to offer himself again and again, the way the high priest enters the Most Holy Place every year with blood that is not his own. 26 Otherwise Christ would have had to suffer many times since the creation of the world. But he has appeared once for all at the culmination of the ages to do away with sin by the sacrifice of himself. 27 Just as people are destined to die once, and after that to face judgment, 28 so Christ was sacrificed...

Welcome to Day 2260 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Wisdom Nuggets – Proverbs 17:8-14 – Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2260 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2260 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before.   In today’s Wisdom Nugget, I will guide you through the vast landscapes of biblical wisdom. It’s a pleasure to have you join me on this journey. Today, our exploration takes us into the profound insights of Proverbs 17:8-14 from the New Living Translation. Pause… As we delve into these verses, let’s seek the timeless wisdom that can guide us in handling disputes, cultivating discernment, and maintaining peace in our relationships. Without further delay, strap on your hiking boots, and let’s explore the wisdom of Proverbs. Verse 8: “A bribe is like a lucky charm; whoever gives one will prosper!” This verse draws attention to the deceptive nature of bribes, likening them to lucky charms that may bring temporary prosperity. So, what’s the solution to navigating the ethical challenges posed by bribery? Reject the Deception of Bribes: Recognize the deceptive nature of bribes and their potential to compromise integrity. Choose to reject bribery, relying instead on honest and ethical means for prosperity. Pause… Now, let’s explore verse 9. “Love prospers when a fault is forgiven, but dwelling on it separates close friends.” This verse highlights the power of forgiveness in nurturing love and warns against dwelling on faults, which can lead to separation. How can we cultivate a forgiving spirit and maintain strong relationships? Cultivate Forgiveness in Relationships: Recognize the transformative power of forgiveness in nurturing love and maintaining strong relationships. Choose to forgive faults, avoiding the pitfalls of dwelling on them and fostering separation. Pause… Verse 10 speaks to the profound impact of reproof on a wise individual. “Discretion is the better part of valor; only fools charge blindly ahead.” This verse emphasizes the value of discretion over impulsivity, cautioning against foolishly charging ahead without thoughtful consideration. How can we develop the wisdom of discretion and avoid impulsive decisions? Embrace the Wisdom of Discretion: Recognize the value of discretion in decision-making. Avoid charging blindly ahead and instead embrace the wisdom of careful consideration before taking action. Pause… Now, let’s turn our attention to verse 11. “Evil people are eager for rebellion, but they will be severely punished.” This verse highlights the destructive nature of rebellion and the severe consequences it brings. How can we avoid the pitfalls of rebellion and its associated consequences? Reject the Path of Rebellion: Recognize the destructive nature of rebellion and its severe consequences. Choose to reject the path of rebellion, seeking instead to align your actions with wisdom and righteousness. Pause… Now, let’s explore verse 12. “It is...

Welcome to Day 2259 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Hebrews-14 May I Speak to Your Conscience, Please – Daily Wisdom Putnam Church Message – 07/30/2023 “May I Speak To Your Conscience, Please?” Hebrews 9:1-14 As we continued our extended series through the book of Hebrews in the New Testament last week, we discussed the New Covenant that Christ brings to us. The New Testament, or New Covenant, is the Good News, commonly called the Gospel. This week, we will explore the Reformation of Conscience.   Let’s read Hebrews 9:1-14 on page 1871 of your Pew Bible. 1  Now the first covenant had regulations for worship and also an earthly sanctuary. 2 A tabernacle was set up. In its first room were the lampstand and the table with its consecrated bread; this was called the Holy Place. 3 Behind the second curtain was a room called the Most Holy Place, 4 which had the golden altar of incense and the gold-covered ark of the covenant. This ark contained the gold jar of manna, Aaron’s staff that had budded, and the stone tablets of the covenant. 5 Above the ark were the cherubim of the Glory, overshadowing the atonement cover. But we cannot discuss these things in detail now. 6 When everything had been arranged like this, the priests entered regularly into the outer room to carry on their ministry. 7 But only the high priest entered the inner room, and that only once a year, and never without blood, which he offered for himself and for the sins the people had committed in ignorance. 8 The Holy Spirit was showing by this that the way into the Most Holy Place had not yet been disclosed as long as the first Tabernacle was still functioning. 9 This is an illustration for the present time, indicating that the gifts and sacrifices being offered were not able to clear the conscience of the worshiper. 10 They are only a matter of food and drink and various ceremonial washings—external regulations applying until the time of the new order. The Blood of Christ 11 But when Christ came as high priest of the good things that are now already here,[a] he went through the greater and more perfect Tabernacle that is not made with human hands, that is to say, is not a part of this creation. 12 He did not enter by means of the blood of goats and calves; but he entered the Most Holy Place once for all by his own blood, thus obtaining[b] eternal redemption. 13 The blood of goats and bulls and the ashes of a heifer sprinkled on those who are ceremonially unclean sanctify them so that they are outwardly clean. 14 How much more, then, will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself unblemished to God, cleanse our consciences from acts that lead to...

Welcome to Day 2258 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Wisdom Nuggets – Proverbs 17:1-7 – Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2258 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2258 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before.   In today’s Wisdom Nugget, I will guide you through the vast landscapes of biblical wisdom. It’s a joy to have you join me on this journey. Today, our exploration takes us into the insightful verses of Proverbs 17:1-7 from the New Living Translation. Pause… As we delve into these verses, let’s seek the timeless wisdom that can guide us in building strong relationships, managing conflicts, and cultivating a wise and discerning heart. Without further delay, it’s time to strap up your hiking boots and head into the wisdom of Proverbs. Verse 1: “Better a dry crust eaten in peace than a house filled with feasting—and conflict.” This verse sets the tone for our exploration, emphasizing the value of peace over abundance, especially when it comes with conflict. So, what’s the solution to fostering peace in our relationships, even when resources are limited? Prioritize Peace in Relationships: Recognize the greater value of peace over abundance. Prioritize cultivating peace in your relationships, even if it means simplicity in material possessions. Pause… Now, let’s explore verse 2. “A wise servant will rule over the master’s disgraceful son and will share the inheritance of the master’s children.” This verse presents a scenario where a wise servant is elevated to a position of authority over the master’s disgraceful son. How can we apply this wisdom in our lives? Value Wisdom Over Status: Recognize the superiority of wisdom over status. Cultivate a heart of wisdom and seek to make decisions based on discernment rather than societal expectations. Pause… Verse 3 speaks to the refining nature of fire and its application to our lives. “Fire tests the purity of silver and gold, but the Lord tests the heart.” This verse draws a parallel between the refining process of fire on precious metals and the Lord’s testing of the human heart. How can we navigate the testing and refining of our hearts? Embrace Heart Refinement: Recognize that just as fire tests the purity of silver and gold, the Lord tests the heart. Embrace the refinement process, allowing challenges and testing to shape and purify your heart. Pause… Now, let’s explore verse 4. “Wrongdoers eagerly listen to gossip; liars pay close attention to slander.” This verse highlights the association between wrongdoers and their inclination to listen to gossip, as well as the attentiveness of liars to slander. How can we guard ourselves against the destructive nature of gossip and slander? Guard Against Destructive Words: Recognize the association between wrongdoers and destructive words. Guard yourself against the allure of gossip and slander, choosing to focus on uplifting and truthful communication....

Welcome to Day 2257 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Wisdom Nuggets – Proverbs 16:28-33 – Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2257 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2257 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before.   In today’s Wisdom Nugget, I will guide you through the vast landscapes of biblical wisdom. It’s always a pleasure to have you join me on this journey. Today, our exploration takes us into the profound insights of Proverbs 16:28-33 from the New Living Translation. Pause… As we delve into these verses, let’s seek the timeless wisdom that can guide us in cultivating trustworthy relationships, managing our reactions, and recognizing the divine sovereignty in our plans. Without further delay, let’s dive into the wisdom of Proverbs. Verse 28: “A troublemaker plants seeds of strife; gossip separates the best of friends.” This verse vividly depicts gossip’s destructive nature and the strife a troublemaker sown. So, what’s the solution to navigating the challenges of gossip and maintaining solid friendships? Cultivate Trustworthy Relationships: Recognize the destructive impact of gossip and strife. Cultivate trustworthy relationships by avoiding gossip and fostering an environment of trust and openness. Pause… Now, let’s explore verse 29. “A violent person entices their neighbor and leads them down a destructive path.” This verse warns about the influence of violent individuals who can entice their neighbors down a destructive path. How can we guard ourselves against the destructive influence of violence? Guard Against Destructive Influence: Recognize the danger of violent individuals who lead others down destructive paths. Guard yourself against such influence and choose a path of peace and righteousness. Pause… Verse 30 speaks to the impact of envy and the destructive nature of coveting. “Violent people deceive their companions, leading them down a harmful path.” This verse underscores the deceptive nature of violent individuals who lead their companions down harmful paths, often driven by envy. How can we overcome the trap of envy and destructive paths? Overcome Envy and Destructive Paths: Recognize the deceptive nature of envy and the harm it can cause. Overcome the envy trap by choosing a path of contentment, gratitude, and righteousness. Pause… Now, let’s explore verse 31. “Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained by living a godly life.” This verse celebrates the beauty and honor of gray hair, viewing it as a crown of glory earned through a godly life. How can we appreciate and honor the wisdom that comes with age? Honor the Wisdom of Age: Recognize the value of gray hair as a crown of glory, earned through a godly life. Honor and appreciate the wisdom that comes with age, seeking to learn from the experiences of those who have walked the path before you. Pause… Now, let’s turn our attention to verse...

Welcome to Day 2256 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Hebrews-13 Christ's Covenant...New-Never Obsolete – Daily Wisdom Putnam Church Message – 07/23/2023 “Christ’s Covenant…New, Never Obsolete” Hebrews 8:1-13 As we continue our extended series through the book of Hebrews in the New Testament, we compared the Levitical and Melchizedekian priesthood last week. We saw that Jesus Christ established a perfect and permanent priesthood as our Great High Priest. This week we move beyond to the New Covenant that Christ brings to us. The New Testament, or New Covenant, is the Good News, commonly called the Gospel.   Let’s read Hebrews 8:1-13 on page 1870 of your Pew Bible. 1  Now the main point of what we are saying is this: We do have such a high priest, who sat down at the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in heaven, 2 and who serves in the sanctuary, the true Tabernacle set up by the Lord, not by a mere human being. 3 Every high priest is appointed to offer both gifts and sacrifices, and so it was necessary for this one also to have something to offer. 4 If he were on earth, he would not be a priest, for there are already priests who offer the gifts prescribed by the law. 5 They serve at a sanctuary that is a copy and shadow of what is in heaven. This is why Moses was warned when he was about to build the Tabernacle: “See to it that you make everything according to the pattern shown you on the mountain.”[a] 6 But in fact the ministry Jesus has received is as superior to theirs as the covenant of which he is mediator is superior to the old one, since the new covenant is established on better promises. 7 For if there had been nothing wrong with that first covenant, no place would have been sought for another. 8 But God found fault with the people and said[b]: “The days are coming, declares the Lord, when I will make a new covenant with the people of Israel and with the people of Judah. 9 It will not be like the covenant I made with their ancestors when I took them by the hand to lead them out of Egypt, because they did not remain faithful to my covenant, and I turned away from them, declares the Lord. 10 This is the covenant I will establish with the people of Israel after that time, declares the Lord. I will put my laws in their minds and write them on their hearts. I will be their God, and they will be my people. 11 No longer will they teach their neighbor, or say to one another, ‘Know the Lord,’ because they will all know me, from the least of them to the greatest. 12 For I will forgive their wickedness and will remember their sins no more.”[

Welcome to Day 2255 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Wisdom Nuggets – Proverbs 16:22-27 – Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2255 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2255 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before.   In today’s Wisdom Nugget, I will guide you through the vast landscapes of biblical wisdom. It’s a joy to have you join me on this journey. Today, our exploration takes us into the profound insights of Proverbs 16:22-27 from the New Living Translation. Pause… As we delve into these verses, let’s seek the timeless wisdom that can guide us in cultivating wisdom, managing our words, and navigating the complexities of life with integrity. Without further delay, let’s dive into the wisdom of Proverbs. Pause… Verse 22: “Discretion is a life-giving fountain to those who possess it, but discipline is wasted on fools.” This verse places a high value on discretion, likening it to a life-giving fountain. However, it also cautions that discipline is wasted on those who are foolish. So, what’s the solution to cultivating discretion and avoiding the pitfalls of foolishness? Cultivate Discretion: Recognize the life-giving nature of discretion. Seek to cultivate discretion in your decision-making and actions. Additionally, discern when discipline is necessary and effective, avoiding wasted efforts on those who are unresponsive. Pause… Now, let’s explore verse 23. “The hearts of the wise make their mouths prudent, and their lips promote instruction.” This verse draws a connection between the wisdom of the heart and the prudence of one’s speech, emphasizing the promotion of instruction through wise communication. How can we align our hearts with wisdom to promote instruction through our words? Cultivate Wise Hearts and Words: Recognize the correlation between a wise heart and prudent speech. Cultivate wisdom within your heart, and let your words become a vehicle for promoting instruction and understanding. Pause… Verse 24 speaks to the positive impact of gracious words. “Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.” This verse beautifully describes gracious words’ sweetness and healing nature, likening them to a honeycomb. How can we make gracious words a consistent part of our communication? Embrace Gracious Communication: Recognize the sweetness and healing power of gracious words. Make a conscious effort to embrace gracious communication, allowing your words to bring sweetness to the soul and healing to the bones. Pause… Now, let’s explore verse 25. “There is a path before each person that seems right, but it ends in death.” This verse cautions about the deceptive nature of paths that may seem right but ultimately lead to destruction. How can we discern the right path amidst the deceptive choices? Seek God’s Guidance: Recognize the potential deception of paths that seem right. Seek God’s guidance and...

Welcome to Day 2254 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Hebrews-12 A Perfect and Permanent Priesthood – Daily Wisdom Putnam Church Message – 07/17/2023 “A Perfect and Permanent PriestHood” Hebrews 7:18-28 We continued our extended series three weeks ago through the book of Hebrews in the New Testament. Our focus compared Melchizedek and Messiah. We saw that the Messiah was a priest and king in the order of Melchizedek. In doing so, we noticed that the Levitical priesthood was replaced by our great High Priest Jesus Christ. This week, the comparison between the Levitical and Melchizedekian priesthood will continue. Jesus Christ established a perfect and permanent priesthood as our Great High Priest. Let’s read Hebrews 7:18-28 on page 1869 of your Pew Bible. 18 The former regulation is set aside because it was weak and useless 19 (for the law made nothing perfect), and a better hope is introduced, by which we draw near to God. 20 And it was not without an oath! Others became priests without any oath, 21 but he became a priest with an oath when God said to him: “The Lord has sworn and will not change his mind: ‘You are a priest forever.’”[b] 22 Because of this oath, Jesus has become the guarantor of a better covenant. 23 Now there have been many of those priests, since death prevented them from continuing in office; 24 but because Jesus lives forever, he has a permanent priesthood. 25 Therefore he is able to save completely[c] those who come to God through him, because he always lives to intercede for them. 26 Such a high priest truly meets our need—one who is holy, blameless, pure, set apart from sinners, exalted above the heavens. 27 Unlike the other high priests, he does not need to offer sacrifices day after day, first for his own sins, and then for the sins of the people. He sacrificed for their sins once for all when he offered himself. 28 For the law appoints as high priests men in all their weakness; but the oath, which came after the law, appointed the Son, who has been made perfect forever.   Sometimes, you can’t tell the actual quality of something without comparing it with something else. A cotton bed sheet with a thread count of 200 may feel like silk to the touch … until you hold a sheet with a thread count of 800 in your other hand. (hold up two pillowcases) A television screen with a medium resolution might seem crisp … until you place it beside a state-of-the-art high-definition screen. And one pair of corrective lenses might make the letters in front of you appear crystal clear … until the optometrist contrasts it with an even better match for your nearsightedness. In all these cases, only by comparing two...

Welcome to Day 2253 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Wisdom Nuggets – Proverbs 16:15-21 – Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2253 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2253 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before.   In today’s Wisdom Nugget, I will guide you through the vast landscapes of biblical wisdom. It’s a pleasure to have you join me on this journey. Today, our exploration takes us into the profound insights of Proverbs 16:15 - 21 from the New Living Translation. As we delve into these verses, let’s seek the timeless wisdom that can guide us in understanding the importance of a king’s favor, the value of wisdom, and the impact of a gentle spirit. Pause… So strap on those hiking boots, and let’s explore the wisdom of Proverbs. Verse 15 “When the king smiles, there is life; his favor refreshes like a spring rain.” This verse paints a vivid picture of the life-giving impact of a king’s favor. It’s compared to the refreshing nature of spring rain. So, what’s the solution to gaining favor, not just with kings, but in our daily interactions? Cultivate Favorable Relationships: Recognize the value of favor in relationships. Whether with kings or everyday encounters, cultivate a spirit that brings refreshment and life to those around you. Pause… Now, let’s explore verse 16. “How much better to get wisdom than gold, to get insight rather than silver!” This verse places a premium on the value of wisdom and insight, emphasizing their worth above material riches. How can we prioritize wisdom in our lives? Prioritize Wisdom over Wealth: Recognize the surpassing value of wisdom over material riches. Prioritize the pursuit of wisdom and insight, understanding that their worth exceeds that of gold and silver. Pause… Verse 17 speaks to the importance of humility. “The highway of the upright avoids evil; those who guard their ways preserve their lives.” This verse highlights the correlation between upright living, avoiding evil, and preserving life. How can we apply this wisdom to our lives? Embrace Upright Living and Humility: Recognize the importance of upright living and humility in avoiding evil and preserving life. Guard your ways with a humble heart, steering clear of the destructive paths of wrongdoing. Pause… Now, let’s explore verse 18. “Pride goes before destruction, and haughtiness before a fall.” This verse delivers a profound truth about the dangers of pride and haughtiness, warning of the destructive consequences that follow. How can we safeguard ourselves from the pitfalls of pride? Guard Against Pride: Recognize the destructive nature of pride and arrogance. Guard against these pitfalls, understanding that they precede destruction and a fall. Cultivate humility as a shield against these dangers. Pause… Now, let’s turn our attention to verse 19. “It’s better to live humbly with the poor than to share plunder with the proud.” This verse contrasts the