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Proverbs 9:10

This is one of the most foundational verses in all of Scripture. Wisdom does not begin with intelligence or experience — it begins with a right relationship with God.

Memory phrase: Fear God — that is where wisdom starts.

Talk about it: What does it mean to 'fear' God — not to be scared of Him, but to deeply love and respect Him?

Prayer: God, I want to love and respect You more and more. That is where wisdom begins, and I want to start there.

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