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Proverbs: Matters of Heart (Part 1)
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In this talk, Steve Gregg emphasizes the importance of living a God-conscious life and having a pure heart. He suggests that the heart is at the center of everything, and that even seemingly generous actions may be insincere if there is negativity in the heart. Gregg notes that one's heart must be kept pure and that choosing to be humble allows God to give grace. He also cautions against relying solely on one's own heart, as sin and death can result from following it blindly.
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Steve Gregg's discussion on the matters of the heart continues in this segment, focusing on the correlation between moral behavior and mental illness.
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Proverbs: Matters of Heart (Part 3)
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In this segment, Steve Gregg explores the themes of jealousy and envy in the book of Proverbs. While envy is generally considered a negative emotion,
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Proverbs: God Conscious Living (Part 3)
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In this God-conscious living discussion, Steve Gregg emphasizes the importance of being aware of God's presence, judgment, and sympathies. He encourag
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