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Tag Archives: Ecclesiastes 7:9
Slow to Anger
Old Testament wisdom from Solomon: Ecclesiastes 7:9 (ESV) Be not quick in your spirit to become angry, for anger lodges in the heart of fools. New Testament wisdom from the Apostle James: James 1:19-20 Know this, my beloved brothers: let … Continue reading
Posted in Timeless Wisdom
Tagged anger, Ecclesiastes 7:9, James 1:19-20, Wisdom
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Discipline or Punishment: Motive Matters
This week’s discussion is on discipline and punishment. What’s the difference? Let’s start with motive: Love is the motivation behind discipline: Proverbs 3:12 (NET) For the Lord disciplines those he loves, just as a father disciplines the son in … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought
Tagged anger, discipline, Ecclesiastes 7:9, love, Proverbs 3:12, punishment
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Enjoy or Destroy
Ruth Bader Ginsburg championed her cause without condemning her colleagues on the other side of the issue. She didn’t just tolerate them, she enjoyed their company. She considered them friends. She often disagreed with Justice Scalia, and yet she said … Continue reading
Posted in Window on our culture
Tagged Ecclesiastes 7:9, Ruth Bader Ginsburg
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