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Job Prays for His Three Friends A Sermon Based on Job 42:7–10 Key verse: “And the Lord turned the captivity of Job, when he prayed for his friends.”—Job 42:10 Job had experienced suffering beyond what most of us could imagine. He had lost his possessions, his servants, his health and, most painfully, his beloved children.…
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Proverbs 19 teaches us how to live wisely, speak truthfully, work diligently and treat others with compassion. It contrasts God’s wisdom with human foolishness. Key lessons include: The central message of Proverbs 19 is: live honestly, listen to correction, care for people in need and trust God above your own plans. “There are many devices…
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Proverbs 18 Explained Proverbs 18 is a very practical chapter about our words, our relationships, humility, wisdom, and trusting in the Lord. One of its strongest messages is that what comes out of our mouth can either build people up or tear them down. 1. Be willing to listen — Proverbs 18:2, 13 “A fool…
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A Sermon on Proverbs 17 “The Wisdom That Builds a Peaceful Life” Main text:“Better is a dry morsel, and quietness therewith, than an house full of sacrifices with strife.” — Proverbs 17:1 Proverbs 17 teaches us that true riches are not measured by how much money we possess, how large our house is, or how…
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Proverbs 16 — Commit Your Way to the Lord Main Text: Proverbs 16:3“Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established.” Introduction Proverbs 16 teaches us one of the great lessons of the Christian life: God must have first place in everything. We can make our plans. We can have our ambitions.…
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Explain-Proverbs 16Proverbs 16 is a chapter about God’s sovereignty, wise living, humility, integrity, leadership, and the power of words. It emphasises that while people make plans and choices, God ultimately directs outcomes. Here’s a section-by-section explanation: Verses 1–9: God is sovereign over human plans Key idea: Make plans, but recognise that God is in control.…
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Being carful with your words Proverbs 15 is a chapter in the Bible that contrasts wisdom and foolishness, emphasizing the power of words, humility, righteousness, and reverence for God. Here’s a section-by-section explanation: 1. Gentle Words vs. Harsh Words (Verses 1–4) Lesson: Your words have the power to heal or to hurt. 2. Wisdom and…
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Proverbs 15 is a chapter in the Bible that contrasts wisdom and foolishness, emphasising the power of words, humility, righteousness, and reverence for God. Here’s a section-by-section explanation: 1. Gentle Words vs. Harsh Words (Verses 1–4) Lesson: Your words have the power to heal or to hurt. 2. Wisdom and Correction (Verses 5–12) Lesson: Growth…
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GeorgesBibleMinistries.com. Proverbs 14 – The Way of Wisdom and the Path of Life Text: Proverbs 14 Introduction The Book of Proverbs is God’s handbook for everyday living. Proverbs 14 presents two roads before every person: the road of wisdom and the road of foolishness. Every thought, every word, and every decision takes us further along…
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Proverbs 14 is a chapter of wisdom sayings that contrasts the way of the wise with the way of the foolish. It emphasises the consequences of our choices, the importance of integrity, humility, compassion, and reverence for God. Here’s a section-by-section explanation. Verses 1–4: Wisdom Builds, Foolishness Destroys Lesson: Wise living builds lasting things, even when it…