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  PROVERBS COMMENTS
  by D.L. Moody
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Summary: As children of God, we must heed His instruction, avoid the
influence of sinners, and remember His law to live a life that honors
Him.

Topics: "Identity in Christ", "Divine Guidance"

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D.L. Moody emphasizes the importance of heeding the wisdom and
instruction of our Heavenly Father, urging believers to avoid the
enticements of sin and to embrace God's teachings. He draws parallels
between a father's guidance to his son and God's guidance to His
children, reminding us to uphold our identity as children of God and to
live in a manner that honors Him. Moody highlights the significance of
receiving God's words, remembering His laws, and accepting His
discipline as a sign of love and care.

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"My son, hear the instruction of Thy Father" 1:8

"My son, don't be enticed by sinners" 1:10

"My son, walk not in the way of sinners" 1:15

"My son, receive My Words" 2:1

"My son, forget not my law" 3:1

"My son, despise not the chastening of the Lord" 3:11

See also 3:21, 4:10, 4:20, 5:1, 5:20, 6:1, 6:3, 6:20, 7:1, 19:27, 23:15,
23:19, 23:26, 24:13, 24:21, 27:11.

"Remember" said a gentleman to his son as he was sending him to school,
"that you are the son of a gentleman, and do not disgrace your father."
Remember, Christian, that you are the child of the living God, and do
not disgrace your heavenly Father. -- F. E. Marsh

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