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1. \u201cFor with much wisdom comes much sorrow…\u201d<\/strong> \u201cFor with much wisdom comes much sorrow; the more knowledge, the more grief.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n This verse reminds us that greater understanding of the world often brings awareness of its brokenness. Wisdom can lead to a burdened heart when we see injustice, suffering, and the consequences of sin more clearly.<\/p>\n 2. \u201cHe himself will be saved, but only as one escaping through the flames.\u201d<\/strong> \u201cIf it is burned up, the builder will suffer loss but yet will be saved even though only as one escaping through the flames.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Paul teaches that some believers may build their lives on Christ with weak or worthless works. While their salvation remains intact, their eternal rewards may be lost. It\u2019s a call to live purposefully and faithfully.<\/p>\n 3. \u201cWhere there are no oxen, the manger is empty…\u201d<\/strong> \u201cWhere there are no oxen, the manger is empty, but from the strength of an ox come abundant harvests.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n This proverb speaks about the necessity of accepting messiness or hard work in order to achieve fruitful results. A clean barn may look nice, but without oxen (effort or resources), there\u2019s no productivity.<\/p>\n 4. What is the significance of coral<\/em> in Scripture?<\/strong> \u201cCoral and jasper are not worthy of mention; the price of wisdom is beyond rubies.\u201d<\/em> In biblical times, coral was considered a rare and valuable gem. These verses use coral (and other precious stones) to highlight how incomparable and priceless true wisdom is especially the wisdom that comes from God.<\/p>\n Be blessed!<\/b><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n
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\u201cFor wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire can compare with her.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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