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  • Ep 79 - Stupid Is As Stupid Does (Prov. 22:3)

    Ep 79 - Stupid Is As Stupid Does (Prov. 22:3)
    2025/03/12
    We all make choices that get us into trouble. But fools will tend to make lots of those choices. Even when danger is staring them right in the face, they will still press on, naively turning a blind eye to it. What wisdom tells us is that we should “hide” ourselves to prevent getting caught up in trouble that we could avoid. Otherwise, we will end up paying the price for the foolishness that got us there in the first place. Illustration: The story of John “Chickie” Donohue and his decision to bring his friends beer during the Vietnam War. […]
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    17 分
  • Ep 78 - Weaponized Words (Prov. 12:18)

    Ep 78 - Weaponized Words (Prov. 12:18)
    2024/12/18
    Words can be weapons! And that is exactly what they become in the mouth of a fool. Surely, we have all used our words in a foolish manner at one time or another and hurt someone. That is because words are powerful and can cause great injury to others. If not used carefully, words can bring a whole world of pain into a person’s life. But words can also be used to help and heal. However, it all comes down to whether we choose to be wise or foolish with them. Illustration: The story of Nabal and Abigail (1 Sam. […]
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    16 分
  • Ep 77 - You Get What You Work For (Prov. 13:4)

    Ep 77 - You Get What You Work For (Prov. 13:4)
    2024/08/16

    We all want things in life, but sometimes we just don’t put forth the effort to achieve them. It is not a complicated principle to know that if we don’t do anything, then we don’t get anything. Diligence is about doing what we know is right in a situation to achieve our goal even if we don’t see anything change immediately. But if we just wish for something to happen without putting in the necessary effort, we will never be able to obtain what we desire.

    Illustration: The diligent effort of Dr. Jonas Salk who tirelessly pursued researching a vaccine for poliovirus for years despite challenges with funding, criticism from colleagues, and repeating thousands of lab tests.

    Verses: Prov. 13:4; 19:24; 26:15

    Teacher: Jerry Wierwille
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    19 分
  • Ep 76 - The Wise Get Wiser (Prov. 9:9)

    Ep 76 - The Wise Get Wiser (Prov. 9:9)
    2024/06/12
    Ever come across someone who thinks they know it all? Maybe we tend to think that we have got the answers at times. But a wise person realizes that the journey in gaining knowledge and understanding is never complete. No matter how experienced we are, how much we have studied, or how skilled we have become, there is always room to become even better. Illustration: Expert surgeon Atul Gawande’s decision to hire a coach after 8 years so that he could become an even better surgeon. Verses: Prov. 9:9; 1:5; 12:15; 3:7 Teacher: Jerry Wierwille
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    18 分
  • Ep 75 - Never Give Up! (Prov. 24:16)

    Ep 75 - Never Give Up! (Prov. 24:16)
    2024/03/30

    Everyone experiences tough times in life. Some tough times are really hard or filled with deep anguish, sorrow, and pain. But we are not alone through them. We are strengthened and comforted by Yahweh, and if we trust in Him and make Him the one that we depend on, then we know that no matter how many times we get knocked down, we can get back up and keep living for His glory.

    Illustration: José Hernández and his persistence in applying to the NASA Space Program to be an astronaut every year for over a decade.

    Verses: Prov. 24:16

    Teacher: Jerry Wierwille
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    16 分
  • Ep 74 - The Downfall of the Devil's Children (Prov. 6:14-15)

    Ep 74 - The Downfall of the Devil's Children (Prov. 6:14-15)
    2024/02/09
    Sometimes we may think of people who do evil and benefit from it as the ones who end up winning in the end. But that is not the case. Evil people have justice coming, whether it is in this life or at the final judgment. Calamity and destruction will befall those who think they can take advantage of others and get off scott-free. Illustration: Bernie Madoff and his multi-decade investment deception with the largest Ponzi scheme in known history. Verses: Prov. 6:14-15; 16:30; Jer. 17:11 Teacher: Jerry Wierwille
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    16 分
  • Ep 73 - Beware of the Devil's Children (Prov. 6:12-13)

    Ep 73 - Beware of the Devil's Children (Prov. 6:12-13)
    2023/11/27
    The world is not a safe place because there are many people who are seeking to do evil to others. Individuals who have chosen to follow the wickedness of the Devil are called the “Devil’s children” because they do the works of their “father”—the Devil. Wisdom instructs us to be observant and discerning as we live in the world since there are many who desire to take advantage of us and do us harm. Illustration: The Tran Organization casino ring and their deceptive methods to cheat by using non-verbal gestures and signals. Verses: Prov. 6:12-13; 16:27; John 8:44; 1 John 3:10 […]
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    19 分
  • Ep 72 - Don't Quit Too Soon (Prov. 13:12)

    Ep 72 - Don't Quit Too Soon (Prov. 13:12)
    2023/08/23
    No one likes to wait for what they want. We live in a world that seeks immediate gratification. While waiting for something takes patience, the payoff when it comes to pass can be huge. If we are willing to stick with things even when the goal seems far off, we will experience deep satisfaction when it finally arrives. So, we must not quit too soon, or we won’t get to experience the joy of success. Illustration: Australian swimmer Emma McKeon failed to qualify for the Olympics, and it almost made her quit swimming altogether. Verses: Prov. 13:12 Teacher: Jerry Wierwille
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    16 分