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THIS DAILY MEETUP IS A WAY YOU CAN LEARN EVERYTHING ABOUT WISDOM, FROM A BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVE. THE BOOK OF PROVERBS IS ALL ABOUT WISDOM. FROM THE WISEST MAN IN THE BIBLE, KING SOLOMON. COVERING ONE TO A FEW VERSES A DAY...BY THE END OF A YEAR, YOU WILL HAVE HEARD AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE BOOK OF PROVERBS. ALLOWING YOU TO MAKE DECISIONS BASED ON GOD'S WORD AND NOT YOUR EMOTIONS.
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The Renewed Mindsets Podcast reintroduces the basic tenets of Christianity to adults who may have missed some important information while they were building careers and raising children. Using the Bible to teach in an engaging and humorous way, we side step the traditional, boring way of hearing about God; who He is and what He expects from us. The main focus is towards Gen-X , men and women, whose expectation for life at this age may not line up with what they had expected in their youth. M ...
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Send us a Text Message. Godly Walks and Sits 7 The godly walk with integrity; blessed are their children who follow them. 8 When a king sits in judgment, he weighs all the evidence, distinguishing the bad from the good. Verse 7 The children benefit if their father is honest. If we are honest and good, then God will help our children. The first prov…
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Send us a Text Message. Understanding Friends 5 Though good advice lies deep within the heart, a person with understanding will draw it out. 6 Many will say they are loyal friends, but who can find one who is truly reliable? Verse 5 Sometimes it is difficult to help a friend. Often a friend does not want to talk. He does not want to explain his pro…
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Send us a Text Message. Lazy Fights 3 Avoiding a fight is a mark of honor; only fools insist on quarreling. 4 Those too lazy to plow in the right season will have no food at the harvest. Verse 3 A wise man tries not to argue. He is polite - see Acts 26:2-3. Sometimes he says nothing, to avoid an argument - see Mark 14:61. But sometimes he must spea…
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Send us a Text Message. Drunk Lions 1 Wine produces mockers; alcohol leads to brawls. Those led astray by drink cannot be wise. 2 The king’s fury is like a lion’s roar; to rouse his anger is to risk your life. Verse 1 A drunk might say that alcohol is like a friend to him. Solomon does not agree. A friend would not insult you. But wine and beer do …
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Send us a Text Message. Corrupt Mocker 28 A corrupt witness makes a mockery of justice; the mouth of the wicked gulps down evil. 29 Punishment is made for mockers, and the backs of fools are made to be beaten. Verse 28 The first line is like James 2:10. If a witness lies, then the judge might make the wrong decision. Because of this, the law will b…
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Send us a Text Message. Listen or Mock 25 If you punish a mocker, the simpleminded will learn a lesson; if you correct the wise, they will be all the wiser. 26 Children who mistreat their father or chase away their mother are an embarrassment and a public disgrace. 27 If you stop listening to instruction, my child, you will turn your back on knowle…
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Send us a Text Message. What if the very wisdom that elevated you could also lead to your downfall? Explore this paradox in our latest episode of "Renewed Mindsets" as we unravel King Solomon's extraordinary yet cautionary tale. From his humble beginnings and his heartfelt prayer for wisdom to his unparalleled accomplishments in trade and military …
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Send us a Text Message. Lords Protection 23 Fear of the Lord leads to life, bringing security and protection from harm. 24 Lazy people take food in their hand but don’t even lift it to their mouth. Verse 23 We must respect God - see Proverbs 1:7. If we respect God, then God will help us. When troubles come, he will protect us. See Psalm 46:1. This …
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Send us a Text Message. Proper Planning 20 Get all the advice and instruction you can, so you will be wise the rest of your life. 21 You can make many plans, but the Lord’s purpose will prevail. 22 Loyalty makes a person attractive. It is better to be poor than dishonest. Verse 20 Everyone needs to learn to be wise. Nobody is born wise. You, too, c…
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Send us a Text Message. Gimme a Switch 17 If you help the poor, you are lending to the Lord— and he will repay you! 18 Discipline your children while there is hope. Otherwise you will ruin their lives. 19 Hot-tempered people must pay the penalty. If you rescue them once, you will have to do it again. Verse 17 God cares about poor people. He wants u…
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Send us a Text Message. Lazy Wives 14 Fathers can give their sons an inheritance of houses and wealth, but only the Lord can give an understanding wife. 15 Lazy people sleep soundly, but idleness leaves them hungry. 16 Keep the commandments and keep your life; despising them leads to death. Verse 14 This man has a wise wife and careful parents. His…
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Send us a Text Message. Lions Faucet 12 The king’s anger is like a lion’s roar, but his favor is like dew on the grass. 13 A foolish child is a calamity to a father; a quarrelsome wife is as annoying as constant dripping. Verse 12 When a king is angry, he is dangerous, like a lion. Stay away from him! But a king can be calm and quiet. Then it is go…
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Send us a Text Message. Yachts Rock Anger 9 A false witness will not go unpunished, and a liar will be destroyed. 10 It isn’t right for a fool to live in luxury or for a slave to rule over princes! 11 Sensible people control their temper; they earn respect by overlooking wrongs. Verse 9 This is similar to verse 5. Here, at verse 9, it contrasts wit…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever felt that parts of your life are being occupied by forces beyond your control? Get ready to rethink everything you know about spiritual warfare. Join me, Rick, for this illuminating bonus episode where we uncover a third dimension to demonic activity: occupation. Unlike the conventional notions of oppression an…
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Send us a Text Message. Love is Wisdom 7 The relatives of the poor despise them; how much more will their friends avoid them! Though the poor plead with them, their friends are gone. 8 To acquire wisdom is to love yourself; people who cherish understanding will prosper. Verse 7 God loves poor people (Luke 4:18). As Christians, we must be the friend…
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Send us a Text Message. Can holding a grudge actually open a door to demonic influence in your life? Join us on Renewed Mindsets as we uncover the deep spiritual truths behind Ephesians 4:27 and the Greek term "topos," revealing how unresolved anger and resentment can create spiritual vulnerabilities. You'll gain powerful insights into identifying …
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Send us a Text Message. Punished or Favored 4 Wealth makes many “friends”; poverty drives them all away. 5 A false witness will not go unpunished, nor will a liar escape. 6 Many seek favors from a ruler; everyone is the friend of a person who gives gifts! Verse 4 Many people prefer wealthy friends, and dislike poor people. Such behavior is wrong. S…
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Send us a Text Message. Set Your Priorities 1 Better to be poor and honest than to be dishonest and a fool. 2 Enthusiasm without knowledge is no good; haste makes mistakes. 3 People ruin their lives by their own foolishness and then are angry at the Lord. Verse 1 A fool hates wisdom, so his words are lies. He tries to give a false impression. He sh…
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Send us a Text Message. Rich and Poor 23 The poor plead for mercy; the rich answer with insults. 24 There are “friends” who destroy each other, but a real friend sticks closer than a brother. Verse 23 This is terrible. The rich man is greedy. He does not think that God cares about the poor man. The rich man does not use his wealth to help the poor …
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Send us a Text Message. Kimmy’s Song 21 The tongue can bring death or life; those who love to talk will reap the consequences. 22 The man who finds a wife finds a treasure, and he receives favor from the Lord. Verse 21 When a judge makes his judgement, he can punish a man with death. When a thief makes an evil plan, his words can plot a man’s death…
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Send us a Text Message. Eat Your Words 19 An offended friend is harder to win back than a fortified city. Arguments separate friends like a gate locked with bars. 20 Wise words satisfy like a good meal; the right words bring satisfaction. Verse 19 Family arguments can be serious problems. Relatives can struggle to solve an argument, if you upset th…
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Send us a Text Message. Not Judge Judy 17 The first to speak in court sounds right— until the cross-examination begins. 18 Flipping a coin can end arguments; it settles disputes between powerful opponents. Verse 17 A judge must listen to both opposing sides. Everyone believes the first person to speak. The lawyers must ask hard questions. Then they…
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Send us a Text Message. Smart Ears 15 Intelligent people are always ready to learn. Their ears are open for knowledge. 16 Giving a gift can open doors; it gives access to important people! Verse 15 This verse is a little bit of DUH! The wise man’s mind loves wisdom. So he studies to be even wiser. The wise man always listens with his ears. He liste…
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Send us a Text Message. Can God's promises truly overcome our deepest fears and excuses? Join us on this compelling episode of Renewed Mindsets as we explore the transformative journey of the prophet Jeremiah, who grappled with self-doubt and resistance before embracing his divine calling. We'll uncover the stark differences between the unpredictab…
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Send us a Text Message. Sick Body or Spirit 13 Spouting off before listening to the facts is both shameful and foolish. 14 The human spirit can endure a sick body, but who can bear a crushed spirit? Verse 13 A wise man listens carefully before he advises anyone. A fool (that is, an evil man) does not need to listen. He already has plenty of foolish…
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Send us a Text Message. Hey, Renewed Mindsets family! We're about to celebrate our one-year anniversary, and we couldn't have done it without your amazing support. As we prepare for this special milestone, we want to hear from YOU! Do you have any suggestions or ideas for the show? Is there a topic you've been eager for us to cover, or a guest you'…
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Send us a Text Message. Destroy The Walls 11 The rich think of their wealth as a strong defense; they imagine it to be a high wall of safety. 12 Haughtiness goes before destruction; humility precedes honor. In Verse 11. A rich man trusts in a strong building. He thinks that his money is safe in his castle. He trusts his castle. He does not trust Go…
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Send us a Text Message. Don’t Be Lazy 9 A lazy person is as bad as someone who destroys things. 10 The name of the Lord is a strong fortress; the godly run to him and are safe. Verse 9 If you are lazy, then this may cause trouble for other people. To be lazy is almost the same thing as to be dangerous. Verse 10 Think of a fortress as a castle. A ca…
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Send us a Text Message. Zip it Up 7 The mouths of fools are their ruin; they trap themselves with their lips. 8 Rumors are dainty morsels that sink deep into one’s heart. Going Back to Verse 6 and now 7 A fool hates wisdom. A wise man thinks carefully about his words. But a fool does not think before he speaks. So the fool’s words cause arguments. …
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Send us a Text Message. God Ain’t Wapner 5 It is not right to acquit the guilty or deny justice to the innocent. 6 Fools’ words get them into constant quarrels; they are asking for a beating. Verse 5 We should be fair to everyone, especially in court. An evil person does not deserve honor. He should not benefit from his evil actions. If he is guilt…
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Send us a Text Message. Wet Talking 3 Doing wrong leads to disgrace, and scandalous behavior brings contempt. 4 Wise words are like deep waters; wisdom flows from the wise like a bubbling brook. Verse 3 Often, an evil person hates other people. He hates, because he is evil. He is evil, because he hates. This person will receive both shame and punis…
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Send us a Text Message. Fools Say Too Much 1 Unfriendly people care only about themselves; they lash out at common sense. 2 Fools have no interest in understanding; they only want to air their own opinions. Verse 1 Look after people that you do not know! Sometimes angels (God’s servants from heaven) are our guests. (Hebrews 13:2) A sensible person …
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Send us a Text Message. Could embracing gratitude transform your spiritual journey? Join us on Renewed Mindsets as we uncover the profound impact of thankfulness in the life of a believer. In this episode, we explore scriptural teachings from 1 Thessalonians, Romans, and Psalms, demonstrating that gratitude isn't just a nicety—it's a divine mandate…
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Send us a Text Message. Fools Be Talkin 27 A truly wise person uses few words; a person with understanding is even-tempered. 28 Even fools are thought wise when they keep silent; with their mouths shut, they seem intelligent. Verse 27 A wise man thinks carefully. He does not suddenly become angry. Other people might think that he is slow. They are …
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Send us a Text Message. Bad Kids 25 Foolish children bring grief to their father and bitterness to the one who gave them birth. 26 It is wrong to punish the godly for being good or to flog leaders for being honest. Verse 25 This son refuses to learn to be wise. So, the son acts foolishly. He upsets his parents. And they suffer because of him. Verse…
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Send us a Text Message. Bribing Fool 23 The wicked take secret bribes to pervert the course of justice. 24 Sensible people keep their eyes glued on wisdom, but a fool’s eyes wander to the ends of the earth. Verse 23 The people might not know why a judge makes a wrong decision. They might think that he made a mistake. The truth is often that someone…
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Send us a Text Message. Broken Fools 21 It is painful to be the parent of a fool; there is no joy for the father of a rebel. 22 A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit saps a person’s strength. Verse 21 A fool hates God, and hates wisdom. By ‘fool’, Solomon means someone who is evil. Because the son is evil, the father suffers. The f…
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Send us a Text Message. Quarrelsome and Crooked 19 Anyone who loves to quarrel loves sin; anyone who trusts in high walls invites disaster. 20 The crooked heart will not prosper; the lying tongue tumbles into trouble. Verse 19 There will be results from our actions. Some people like to argue. These people will cause problems. They will cause hate a…
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Send us a Text Message. Loyal Debtor 17 A friend is always loyal, and a brother is born to help in time of need. 18 It’s poor judgment to guarantee another person’s debt or put up security for a friend. Verse 17 A real friend does not forget you, if you become poor. He helps you when you have troubles. A brother or sister should be a true friend. S…
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Send us a Text Message. Fairness School 15 Acquitting the guilty and condemning the innocent— both are detestable to the Lord. 16 It is senseless to pay to educate a fool, since he has no heart for learning. Verse 15 Judges should make fair decisions. We all must be honest. A judge should not accept a bribe (secret gift). He should not follow his o…
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Send us a Text Message. Can genuine faith exist without good works? Join us on this compelling episode of Renewed Mindsets as we tackle the age-old debate of faith versus works. Drawing from Hebrews 12:14, James 2:26, Philippians 2:12, and John 15:2-6, we unravel the complexities of how faith and works intertwine in a believer's life. We boldly add…
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Send us a Text Message. Evil Dispute 13 If you repay good with evil, evil will never leave your house. 14 Starting a quarrel is like opening a floodgate, so stop before a dispute breaks out. Verse 13 It is evil to hurt people who help you. But some evil people do this. As we help other people, we should realize this. The people that we help may not…
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Send us a Text Message. Skunks and Bears 11 Evil people are eager for rebellion, but they will be severely punished. 12 It is safer to meet a bear robbed of her cubs than to confront a fool caught in foolishness. Verse 11 This evil man refuses to change his behavior. Even punishment will not stop his evil behavior. A ruler will send an official to …
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Send us a Text Message. Love That Rebuke 9 Love prospers when a fault is forgiven, but dwelling on it separates close friends. 10 A single rebuke does more for a person of understanding than a hundred lashes on the back of a fool. Verse 9 Sometimes we do not need to point out a mistake. We should forgive other people, and help them not to repeat th…
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Send us a Text Message. Jive Talkin’ 7 Eloquent words are not fitting for a fool; even less are lies fitting for a ruler. 8 A bribe is like a lucky charm; whoever gives one will prosper! Verse 7 Solomon uses humor here. A fool (an evil person) should be careful about his words. His words will cause trouble. Instead, he should say nothing. Certainly…
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Send us a Text Message. Pop-Pops Pride 5 Those who mock the poor insult their Maker; those who rejoice at the misfortune of others will be punished. 6 Grandchildren are the crowning glory of the aged; parents[a] are the pride of their children. Verse 5 See Proverbs 14:31. God cares about poor people. He does not want them to suffer. He wants us to …
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Send us a Text Message. Can a single path transform your spiritual journey and lead you to everlasting joy? Join us as we uncover the profound meaning behind the "Highway of Holiness" mentioned in Isaiah 35:8. Promising a future of renewal and divine blessing, this prophecy encourages the weak and fearful by assuring God's imminent salvation. We'll…
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Send us a Text Message. Fiery Gossip 3 Fire tests the purity of silver and gold, but the Lord tests the heart. 4 Wrongdoers eagerly listen to gossip; liars pay close attention to slander. Verse 3 The hottest fire cleans gold and silver. The fire burns waste materials. This is how the gold and silver become pure. In the same way, God tests our heart…
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Send us a Text Message. Crusty Servant 1 Better a dry crust eaten in peace than a house filled with feasting—and conflict. 2 A wise servant will rule over the master’s disgraceful son and will share the inheritance of the master’s children. Verse 1 Dry bread is not a good meal. We might prefer the rich food at a party. But a quiet place is better t…
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Send us a Text Message. What does it truly mean to lead a holy life in today's world? Join us on this episode of Renewed Mindsets as we unravel the profound concept of holiness, beginning with the awe-inspiring nature of God's absolute perfection. By examining key scriptures from 1 Peter and Leviticus, we explore how believers are called to be dist…
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