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Wisdom is Attractive!: What does the book of Proverbs has to say?

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Wisdom is attractive. A woman who is wise carries an aura of confidence which makes her very attractive. She may not look very attractive according to societal standards however her presence is attractive. She has a distinctive and pervasive quality of character (as defined by dictionary.com). How does this wise woman get or obtain this beauty? God is Beauty. God is the one who defines beauty. In Proverbs it states that a woman who reverences God shall be praised. Following the ways of God makes a woman attractive or beautiful. We know that God created beauty by just observing nature. We can also see beauty with our senses as well as with our spirits. God is a spirit and He blew His Spirit into us - the breathe of life. Therefore, His beauty is in us. Success is beautiful. A woman who loves God will be a successful. Success breeds confidence. Confidence is attractive. Proverbs states that he will crown her with success. A woman that reverences and spends time with  ...

Youtube Why study the book of Proverbs

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The book of Proverbs is a manual for living. In it are many hidden nuggets of truth that will enrich your life so that your life can be productive and successful. First things first however we have to put God first in all that we do. We will gain the wisdom to live here on Earth and obtain eternal life when we move on after death. Heaven is promised us as we walk according to the ways of God. "Thy kingdom come. thy will be done on Earth as it is in Heaven." KJV

Becoming a Leader

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Becoming a Leader sometimes it is not easy. It is not easy to lead. However, if you do not lead your own life, then you will end up following someone else who may not be taking you were you want to go. I am not saying that it is not good to support someone else's vision, yet you should have your own dream that needs to be fulfilled. Finding people who are headed in the same direction can make the process more enjoyable. Ultimately you have to find out what God is saying to you. You have to discover the true you. What are you suppose to do and be?
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Becoming a Leader Getting people to buy into a vision is the work of a leader. First, the leader must believe in the vision themselves and be willing to do what it takes to make the vision a reality. Being able to articulate the vision in a way that others can see the big picture and have faith requires passion. There must be a set drive to see the vision materialize. Ultimately, success is the reward for diligence. Seth Godin in his book, Tribes: We Need You to Lead, describes a tribe as "a group of people connected to one another, connected to a leader, and connected to an idea." People want to be connected to each other. They also are looking for something new, something to make them grow.
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"Kind words are like honey - enjoyable and healthful." Proverbs 16:24 TLB We look for encouragement and inspiration - we crave it. Kind words seem to calm our spirits and set our minds on the right path. People who provide kind words from the heart should be valued. These are the people you want to be around. Their presence sends out light and energy that creates life and growth." Devotional 71, page 184 Lady Wisdom Speaks! by Dr. Catherine Constant