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“Fret Not Thyself” in Psalm 37:1-13

Posted on 26 March, 2012 by Jon Gleason

Over all, it is worthy of notice that the foundational way to combat this wrong “fretting” over the wicked is to set our trust in the Lord (obediently, delightedly, confidently, patiently, and faithfully). Continue reading →

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A Proverb for Today — Proverbs 13:22 (part two)

Posted on 14 October, 2011 by Jon Gleason

“A good man leaveth an inheritance to his children’s children: and the wealth of the sinner is laid up for the just” (Proverbs 13:22). Yesterday I posted about inheritance.  I mentioned that the envy that is often seen in our society … Continue reading →

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A Proverb for Today — Proverbs 13:22 (part one)

Posted on 13 October, 2011 by Jon Gleason

“A good man leaveth an inheritance to his children’s children: and the wealth of the sinner is laid up for the just” (Proverbs 13:22). We tend to have a very flawed perspective on inheritance in Western societies.  Because there are … Continue reading →

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