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Ecclesiastes 9-10: The Search for Understanding

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 9-10 NKJV Podcast Introduction It’s Poetry Thursday, and we’ll read Ecclesiastes 9-10.  I’m calling this episode “The Search for Understanding.“ Summary In Ecclesiastes 9 and 10, the writer, Solomon, reflects on life’s complexities. He had sought wisdom but realized that understanding everything is impossible….

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Ecclesiastes 7-8: Let Go and Trust God

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 7-8 CEV Podcast Introduction It’s Poetry Thursday, and we’ll read Ecclesiastes 7-8. I’m calling this episode “Let Go and Trust God.“ Summary Ecclesiastes 7-8 teaches that human pursuits like wisdom, wealth, and power don’t bring lasting happiness. Solomon’s realization, despite his own riches, is…

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Proverbs 23-24: Hope in a Troubled World

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 23-24 NIRV Podcast Introduction It’s Poetry Thursday, and we’ll read Proverbs 23-24. I’m calling this episode “Hope in a Troubled World.“ Summary Proverbs 24:11-12 sound prophetic. My belief is that we are in the last days. As Christians, we must be prepared to take…

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Proverbs 20-21: Is the Bible Sexist?

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 20 NASB, Ch. 21 GWT Podcast Introduction Today is Poetry Thursday. We’ll read Proverbs 20-21. I’m calling this episode “Is the Bible Sexist?” Summary Proverbs 20 has some wise sayings that speak for themselves. One verse, number 14, reminds me of my wife’s job…

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Proverbs 19: Foolishness, Lies, and the Need for God

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 19 ERV Podcast Introduction Today is Poetry Thursday, and we’ll read Proverbs 19. I’m calling this episode “Foolishness, Lies, and the Need for God.” Summary It is better to be poor and honest than to be a liar and a fool, especially when considering…

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Proverbs 16: Learning To Be Wise

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 16 HCSB Podcast Introduction Today is Poetry Thursday. We’ll read Proverbs 16! I’m calling this episode “Learning To Be Wise.” Comments on Proverbs 19 Host Steve Webb reflects on getting older and finding comfort in Proverbs 16:31, which describes gray hair as a glorious…

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Proverbs 14-15: What Is the Fear of the Lord?

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 14-15 HCSB Associate Producer Travis Blevins Podcast Introduction Today is Poetry Thursday, and we’ll read Proverbs 14-15. I’m calling the episode “What Is the Fear of the Lord?” Comments on Proverbs 24:26 In the fear of the Lord one has strong confidenceand his children…

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Proverbs 11-12: The Way That Leads To Life

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 11 GNT, Ch. 12 CEB Executive Producer John Train Podcast Introduction Today is Poetry Thursday. We’ll read Proverbs 11-12. I’m calling this episode “The Way That Leads To Life.” Comments on Proverbs 12 Let’s spend a few moments on some of these verses, shall…

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Proverbs 8-9: Find An Eager Listener

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 8-9 GNT Associate Producer Brother Paul of Seattle Podcast Introduction It’s Poetry Thursday, and our reading will be Proverbs 8-9. We’ll talk about Maundy Thursday, and I’m calling this episode “Find An Eager Listener.” Comments on Proverbs 8 and 9 Wisdom is again personified…

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Proverbs 1: God’s Wisdom

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 1 ERV Podcast Introduction It’s Poetry Thursday, and well begin the book of Proverbs with chapter 1. I’m calling this episode “God’s Wisdom.” Comments on Proverbs 1 The book of Proverbs was written by King David’s son, Solomon. Solomon is commonly thought of as…

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