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Proverbs 24:13

This verse begins a comparison between honey and wisdom. First, Solomon affirms the real goodness of honey — he is not about to make a dry analogy, but a rich one. Physical sweetness is real; it sets up what follows.

Memory phrase: Good things are truly good.

Talk about it: What is something sweet and good that you really enjoy? Who made it for you?

Prayer: God, thank You for making good and sweet things for us to enjoy.

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