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In a world where the lines between right and wrong are increasingly blurred, followers of Jesus should be known for their honesty and integrity in life. So what does the ancient book of Proverbs have to teach us about growing in our ability to make wise and honourable choices in our everyday decisions? And how does Proverbs challenge us to a life of diligence rather than laziness?

In a world where the lines between right and wrong are increasingly blurred, followers of Jesus should be known for their honesty and integrity in life. So what does the ancient book of Proverbs have to teach us about growing in our ability to make wise and honourable choices in our everyday decisions? And how does Proverbs challenge us to a life of diligence rather than laziness?

Almost all of us can look back on moments when we have said things that we later regret. How can we grow in wisdom in the words that we say to others? And how do our choices of friends impact the words we say and the way we live – whether we’re in the teenage years, twilight years, or somewhere in between?

Almost all of us can look back on moments when we have said things that we later regret. How can we grow in wisdom in the words that we say to others? And how do our choices of friends impact the words we say and the way we live – whether we’re in the teenage years, twilight years, or somewhere in between?

New Year is a fresh opportunity to look at life, reassess our priorities and passions, and perhaps make some resolutions for the coming year. What if growing in wisdom was one of those goals? As we begin our Soundbites series in the book of Proverbs, we will learn what is biblical wisdom truly is, and why it is so important.

Experienced disappointment or disruption and longing for change? So too were the people at the very first Christmas. Jesus came to bring Joy, Hope, Peace and Love. It's still true today. Where does your world feel chaotic?

Pride or Humility? We are encouraged these days to take pride in ourselves, our homes, and our achievements. But is there a downside to pride? If you had to choose between pride and humility, what would you choose? Discover what Obadiah has to say that could change the way you think.

Some people do life like they play "Jenga"—pulling blocks out that create instability in relationships and communities. Attitudes and behaviours can build or break unity. How can we bring unity and stability to those around us in a divided and unstable world?

Which matters most: truth or love? Do you prioritise telling the truth or showing love? If we are honest we probably lean one way or another in our everyday interactions. Some people won't speak the truth because they don't want to offend, but is that really loving? Discover how love needs truth and truth needs love to be effective.

For most people, we want God to judge the evil done by others in the world, but we don’t want God to judge us. We want justice when we’ve been hurt, but not when we’re the person who has hurt others. In the book of Jude, we discover it’s not only important that we believe the truth; we also have to live out the truth in our ordinary, everyday lives.