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Get back up again!

We all go through shortcomings, setbacks and failures. However, according to Proverbs 24:16, even though the righteous fall or trip, they will get up again. So it is not whether or not you mess up. It is not whether or not you fail. It is not whether or not you blow it. The key thing is to get back up. Go to the Father and ask for forgiveness and strength, and keep it moving. There is grace in God’s presence for you today. Remember, it is not God who will tell you “well, you blew it so you are worthless.” That is the enemy of our souls speaking. God says: “My son/daughter, I give you the strength to get back up. Even if you fall seven times, I give you the grace and strength to stand tall and overcome that which the enemy put in your path in order to trip you. Confide in me; I have overcome the world!” You are more than a conqueror through Christ who strengthens you! (Romans 8:37)

Proverbs 24:16 (NLT) The godly may trip seven times, but they will get up again. But one disaster is enough to overthrow the wicked.

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Before destruction, this is present!

Disagreement is normal to humans. We are full of ideas, points of view and different perspectives. It is during these these times that truth is an anchor, and can help to settle disagreements. We know that God’s word is truth, and we can lean on His word to settle our disputes. However, there are those that will fight against God’s word. They feel that their perspective is right, and they will fight to the bitter end to have their way. This is where pride can cause great destruction in one’s life (Proverbs 16:18 ” Pride goes before destruction, And a haughty spirit before a fall”). Conversely, there are those who receive advice and correction from the word as well as godly mentors. The scriptures reveal that these people are wise. Are you one who is always trying to get his or her way no matter what, or are  you able to humble yourself and receive from God’s word and from others? Remember: There is wisdom in taking sound advice!

Proverbs 13:10 – Where there is strife, there is pride, but wisdom is found in those who take advice.