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Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting, but a woman who fears the Lord will be praised.
Proverbs 31:30, HCSB
God is faithful. Anyone who trusts in Christ will be praised by God at the end. This is true for the Church and for every child, man, and woman within Her.
Strength and honor are her clothing, and she can laugh at the time to come. She opens her mouth with wisdom and loving instruction is on her tongue.
Proverbs 31:25-26, HCSB
God is faithful. It gives us hope and courage whatever comes, and He gives His faithfulness to His Church, all who truly call on the name of Christ, the faithful one.
A man with many friends may be harmed, but there is a friend who stays closer than a brother.
Proverbs 18:24, HCSB
We should all have a few close friends who are like family, and it is best to have them walk with our Brother, Savior, and Lord Jesus.
The father of a righteous son will rejoice greatly, and one who fathers a wise son will delight in him.
Proverbs 23:24, HCSB
The Father sent His Wise Son to live and die for us, and now we can live for His delight in Christ. We can also help each other to live in the wisdom of God, raising our families and training all in righteousness.
Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs it down, but a good word cheers it up.
Proverbs 12:25, HCSB
We are called in Christ to help each other be more like Christ, so we should share the gospel and encourage godly living (even sometimes simply sharing a positive thought with someone.)
The name of Yahweh is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are protected.
Proverbs 18:10, HCSB
We join God in His work of salvation, trusting the gospel and placing our faith in Christ, yes, but also in leading others to Chriat by sharing the gospel.
The result of humility is fear of the Lord, along with wealth, honor, and life.
Proverbs 22:4, HCSB
God is good, and we know He judges evil. This should bring us healthy fear of God and gratitude for His goodness that He would save us through the blood of Christ.
Guard your heart above all else, for it is the source of life.
Proverbs 4:23, CSB
We have hope and peace in knowing that we can protect our hearts with the Holy Spirit given to us by God when our faith is in Christ who gave Himself for us.
A generous person will be enriched, and the one who gives a drink of water will receive water.
Proverbs 11:25, CSB
We find joy, strength, and confidence in giving sacrificially knowing that Christ first did this for us.
A person’s heart plans his way, but the Lord determines his steps.
Proverbs 16:9, CSB
We need God. When we humbly submit ourselves to His will, there will be more peace and guidance in our lives.
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