Proverbs 25 – Exalting Oneself

6 – Do not exalt yourself in the presence of the king, and do not stand in the place of the great; 7 – for it is better that he say to you, “Come up here,” than that you should be put lower in the presence of the prince, whom your eyes have seen.  …

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Proverbs 28 – Are You Being Searched For?

28:12 – When the righteous rejoice, there is great glory; but when the wicked arise, men hide themselves.  (Alternate Translation – When the righteous rejoice, there is great glory; but when the wicked arise, men will be searched for.) 28:28 – When the wicked arise, men hide themselves; but when they perish, the righteous increase. Again, a twofer.…

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Proverbs 4 – Wisdom

4:7 – Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom and in all your getting, get understanding. 4:8 – Exalt her, and she will promote you; she will bring you honor, when you embrace her. 4:9 – She will place on your head an ornament of grace; a crown of glory she will deliver to…

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