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Proverbs 11:1-2

Proverbs 11:1-2 11:1 — A false balance is an abomination to the LORD, but a just weight is his delight. Solomon also has something to say about business or commerce. It is well known that men can cheat each other … Continue reading

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Proverbs 10:23-32

Proverbs 10:23-32 10:23 — Doing wrong is like a joke to a fool, but wisdom is pleasure to a man of understanding. What brings us pleasure will often reveal more about our character than anything else. The wicked find pleasure … Continue reading

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Larger Catechism, #78

The Larger Catechism Question 78 78.       Q. Whence ariseth the imperfection of sanctification in believers? A. The imperfection of sanctification in believers ariseth from the remnants of sin abiding in every part of them, and the perpetual lustings of the … Continue reading

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Larger Catechism, #77

The Larger Catechism Question 77 77.       Q. Wherein do justification and sanctification differ? A. Although sanctification be inseparably joined with justification,[330] yet they differ, in that God in justification imputeth the righteousness of Christ;[331] in sanctification of his Spirit infuseth … Continue reading

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Passive Objects of God’s Glory

In Thomas Manton’s exposition of the Lord’s Prayer, he explains what is included in the petition, “Hallowed be your name.” It means we are willing to submit to God’s choice of instruments and ways of hallowing His name in our … Continue reading

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Proverbs 10:22

Proverbs 10:22 10:22 — The blessing of the LORD makes rich, and he adds no sorrow with it. Delitzch says that this proverb “is a compendium of Ps. cxxvii. 1, 2.” It does not discount labor but highlights what is … Continue reading

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Proverbs 10:17-21

Proverbs 10:17-21 10:17 — Whoever heeds instruction is on the path to life, but he who rejects reproof leads others astray. The person who learns from his mistakes or heeds the instructions and corrections he receives can lead a life … Continue reading

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Proverbs 10:15, 16

Proverbs 10:15, 16 10:15 — A rich man’s wealth is his strong city; the poverty of the poor is their ruin. This proverb makes a very simple observation. Wealth is to be preferred over poverty because it can protect us … Continue reading

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Proverbs 10:13-14

Proverbs 10:13-14 10:13-14 — On the lips of him who has understanding, wisdom is found, but a rod is for the back of him who lacks sense. The wise lay up knowledge, but the mouth of a fool brings ruin … Continue reading

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Proverbs 10:12

Proverbs 10:12   10:12 — Hatred stirs up strife, but love covers all offenses. This is a terse and forceful statement. Hatred and love are contrasted. Hatred brings strife and estrangement. It never breeds good; it cannot produce concord. Kidner … Continue reading

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