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Proverbs 22:1-2, 8-9, 22-23

Proper 18B

“When the going gets tough, the tough get going.” “The early bird catches the worm.” “A penny saved is a penny earned.” “God helps those who help themselves.” Sound familiar?  They should as these are among the better known modern-day proverbs that have a lot of currency throughout North America.  I am not familiar enough…

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Proverbs 22:1-2, 8-9, 22-23

Proper 18B

Proverbs 22 is full of famous proverbs on subjects as varied as child-rearing, sexual relations with prostitutes, laziness, the value of wisdom and knowledge, choosing friends and companions, sucking up to the rich and the powerful, abusing alcohol, and money.  It is perhaps the best-known chapter in this book. At first, it seemed a little…

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Proverbs 22:1-2, 8-9, 22-23

Proper 18B

Comments and Observations: “When the going gets tough, the tough get going.” “The early bird catches the worm.” “A penny saved is a penny earned.” “God helps those who help themselves.” Sound familiar?   They should as these are among the better known modern-day proverbs that have a lot of currency throughout North America.   I am…

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