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Sometimes Unanswered Prayers are a Blessing

48)  How many times have we pleaded with God for something we were sure we needed? Prov 16:9 tells us that we can plan all we want but God determines our steps. These steps might be difficult but they will always be for our good! 
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The Myth of “Sticks and Stones”

47) I’m not sure who came up with the Sticks & Stones saying about words not hurting. Proverbs 15:4 says words can crush spirits. The good news is, our words can also bring healing. What type of words will we use today? 
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Anger Management

46)  We live in an angry world. Many seem to have a hair-trigger temper. Proverbs 15:1 tells us the best response to this is to be calm. Our “gentle answer” can turn a volatile situation around.
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The Company You Keep

45) Many times, teens are urged to choose friends wisely because they are so influenced by their peers. As adults, we still need to heed this advice, in fact, Pro 13:20 says this is wise. Others DO have an influence us.
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Do Not Worry

44)  Worry is bad for your body, mind, and spirit. Prov 12:25 Jesus went further to say in Matt 6:34 not to worry about tomorrow; he will provide what you need for today. Worrying is often about something we can’t control but God is in control.
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Get to Know God

43)  It is foolish to trust someone you don’t know. Getting to know someone helps you can decide if they are trustworthy. Proverbs 9:10 Get to know God; not others’ views of who God is but what the Bible tells us God is like. He is trustworthy
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The Big Picture

42) In crowded room, all you can see is what’s right in front of you. Sometimes we see our lives this way. Proverbs 3:5-6 God sees the big picture & we need to trust Him. It’s hard to do when all we see is what’s in front of us. Look up!
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Can You Be a Christian and Be Afraid of Dying?

The phone call came ten minutes before I left the house for a full choral concert I was to take part in; an evening that filled me with joy and anticipation for many weeks. Yet, with one call and eight words, they made a puncture in my spirit, threatening to leak the joy and anticipation.
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A Guard Over My Mouth

41) Ever said something and then regretted it? It’s easy to let our words fly out but we should  weigh our words. The Psalmist asked God to set a guard over his mouth. Ps 141:3 The world would be better if we are more careful with our words.
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The Value of Forgiveness

40) It’s easy to keep a mental record of wrongs we have endured. What’s hard is to forgive. Forgiving is letting go of the need of revenge and allowing God to even the score. Deuteronomy 32:35
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