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Thursday Thoughts - Bet the Ranch!

During a time in my life when certain things that seemed solid turned as soggy as wet “streamers” on a rainy homecoming weekend, I came across the book “You Can Bet the Ranch” by Pat Wellman.

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Thursday Thoughts - Humility First

Proverbs 9:10 says, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” The beginning of wisdom is not about becoming more confident in our own ability—it starts with fearing the Lord, seeking Him, and walking in humility. Once we humble ourselves, we are also called to gain knowledge of the Holy One. And how do we do that? By reading His Word. True wisdom starts with God, not ourselves.

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Thursday Thoughts - Taking Advice

“Taking advice requires humility and shows wisdom… We face the same dilemma [as Rehoboam in 1 Kings 12:1-24] in our own little kingdoms. Do we listen to the advice of older Christians, our parents, our in-laws, our mentors? Or do we stubbornly plow ahead on our own? … Why not take advantage of their wisdom? That does not mean that you must always do what they advise, but why not give them a good hearing and then consider the merits of their ideas? If it seems wise to you and your spouse, then go with it, remembering that it is your decision.”