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Proverbs 25:8

Hasty conflict is unwise because we rarely think through where it will lead. The verse warns against impulsive confrontation — thinking before acting is crucial, especially in disputes.

Memory phrase: Think before you fight.

Talk about it: What can go wrong when you rush into a fight without thinking?

Prayer: God, help me think before I argue or fight with anyone.

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