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ProverbsSteve Gregg
In this section of his talk, Steve Gregg delves into the book of Proverbs and highlights the importance of wisdom in the Bible. He emphasizes the significance of applying wisdom in one's life, stating that it is a resource that can help people become more discerning and navigate towards a righteous path. Gregg stresses the importance of prioritizing God's law in decision-making rather than earthly wisdom because fearing God is the beginning of true knowledge. The speaker also emphasizes the value of generosity and diligence, pointing to Proverbs to underscore these principles.
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In this segment, Steve Gregg teaches about the book of Proverbs, focusing on the wisdom literature of the Old Testament. He highlights the importance
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Proverbs Introduction (Part 4)
Proverbs
In this segment, Steve Gregg delves into the principles of Proverbs and how they can be applied to one's discretion. He explains that value has a hier
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In this talk, Steve Gregg discusses the themes and structure of the book of Proverbs in the Bible. He notes that the book does not follow a specific t
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