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how does this proverbs teaching connect with new testament calls for discernment?

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Proverbs 3:5-6

Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.

This passage is from the book of Proverbs, a collection of wisdom literature from ancient Israel, likely compiled and edited over centuries. It offers guidance for living a wise and flourishing life, often framed as advice from a father to a son.

What does it mean for you, today, to 'not lean on your own understanding' when faced with complex decisions?

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  • James 1:5

    This New Testament passage directly connects seeking wisdom with God's generous giving.

  • Philippians 4:6-7

    It encourages prayer and supplication in all things, leading to peace that guards our hearts and minds.

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