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Proverbs: Servants and Masters

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In this discourse, Steve Gregg touches upon various human relationships as espoused in the book of Proverbs. He notes that relationships between brothers and friends are not straightforward, and that the government has historically played a role in defining various relationships, including those between masters and servants. Gregg emphasizes that the practice of slavery, while prevalent throughout history, was often immoral and abusive, with enslaved individuals often having abusive owners, against their will. Despite this, he notes that it was also possible for masters to show genuine care for their servants and that the complex nature of human relationships has been a perennial theme in Proverbs.
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Proverbs: Rulers and Subjects
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In this discussion, Steve Gregg examines the biblical principles regarding the relationship between rulers and subjects. According to Gregg, a soverei
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Proverbs: Friends and Enemies
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Steve Gregg explores the different types of human relationships in the book of Proverbs, addressing friends, siblings, enemies, and neighbors. The ver
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Proverbs: Husbands and Strife
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In this discussion, Steve Gregg offers insights on marital relationships based on the book of Proverbs. He notes that jealousy is natural but should b
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