Proverbs 24:6
for with guidance you wage your war, and with numerous advisers there is victory.
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Referenced Verses
- Prov 11:14 : 14 When there is no guidance a nation falls, but there is success in the abundance of counselors.
- Prov 20:18 : 18 Plans are established by counsel, so make war with guidance.
- Luke 14:31 : 31 Or what king, going out to confront another king in battle, will not sit down first and determine whether he is able with ten thousand to oppose the one coming against him with twenty thousand?
- Prov 15:22 : 22 Plans fail when there is no counsel, but with abundant advisers they are established.
- Eph 6:10-20 : 10 Exhortations for Spiritual Warfare Finally, be strengthened in the Lord and in the strength of his power. 11 Clothe yourselves with the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. 12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world rulers of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavens. 13 For this reason, take up the full armor of God so that you may be able to stand your ground on the evil day, and having done everything, to stand. 14 Stand firm therefore, by fastening the belt of truth around your waist, by putting on the breastplate of righteousness, 15 by fitting your feet with the preparation that comes from the good news of peace, 16 and in all of this, by taking up the shield of faith with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. 17 And take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit(which is the word of God). 18 With every prayer and petition, pray at all times in the Spirit, and to this end be alert, with all perseverance and petitions for all the saints. 19 Pray for me also, that I may be given the right words when I begin to speak– that I may confidently make known the mystery of the gospel, 20 for which I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I may be able to speak boldly as I ought to speak.
- 2 Tim 4:7 : 7 I have competed well; I have finished the race; I have kept the faith!
- 1 Tim 6:11-12 : 11 But you, as a person dedicated to God, keep away from all that. Instead pursue righteousness, godliness, faithfulness, love, endurance, and gentleness. 12 Compete well for the faith and lay hold of that eternal life you were called for and made your good confession for in the presence of many witnesses.
- 1 Cor 9:25-27 : 25 Each competitor must exercise self-control in everything. They do it to receive a perishable crown, but we an imperishable one. 26 So I do not run uncertainly or box like one who hits only air. 27 Instead I subdue my body and make it my slave, so that after preaching to others I myself will not be disqualified.
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14 When there is no guidance a nation falls, but there is success in the abundance of counselors.
15 The one who has put up security for a stranger will surely have trouble, but whoever avoids shaking hands is secure.
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18 Plans are established by counsel, so make war with guidance.
- Prov 15:22-232 verses80%
22 Plans fail when there is no counsel, but with abundant advisers they are established.
23 A person has joy in giving an appropriate answer, and a word at the right time– how good it is!
- Prov 24:3-53 verses76%
3 By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established;
4 by knowledge its rooms are filled with all kinds of precious and pleasing treasures.
5 A wise warrior is strong, and a man of knowledge makes his strength stronger;
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7 Wisdom is unattainable for a fool; in court he does not open his mouth.
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19 Wisdom Needed Because No One is Truly Righteous Wisdom gives a wise person more protection than ten rulers in a city.
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20 Listen to advice and receive discipline, that you may become wise by the end of your life.
21 There are many plans in a person’s mind, but it is the counsel of the LORD which will stand.
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30 There is no wisdom and there is no understanding, and there is no counsel against the LORD.
31 A horse is prepared for the day of battle, but the victory is from the LORD.
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31 Or what king, going out to confront another king in battle, will not sit down first and determine whether he is able with ten thousand to oppose the one coming against him with twenty thousand?
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22 A wise man went up against the city of the mighty and brought down the stronghold in which they trust.
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17 Wisdom versus Fools, Sin, and Folly The words of the wise are heard in quiet, more than the shouting of a ruler is heard among fools.
18 Wisdom is better than weapons of war, but one sinner can destroy much that is good.
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15 The way of a fool is right in his own opinion, but the one who listens to advice is wise.
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5 (Let the wise also hear and gain instruction, and let the discerning acquire guidance!)
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28 A king’s glory is the abundance of people, but the lack of subjects is the ruin of a ruler.
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11 Discretion will protect you, understanding will guard you,
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2 When a country is rebellious it has many princes, but by someone who is discerning and knowledgeable order is maintained.
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2 the mighty men and warriors, judges and prophets, omen readers and leaders,
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14 Counsel and sound wisdom belong to me; I possess understanding and might.
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6 He will give discernment to the one who makes judicial decisions, and strength to those who defend the city from attackers.
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10 Devise your strategy, but it will be thwarted! Issue your orders, but they will not be executed! For God is with us!
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24 The crown of the wise is their riches, but the folly of fools is folly.
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3 How you have advised the one without wisdom, and abundantly revealed your insight!
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12 A shrewd person saw danger–he hid himself; the naive passed right on by– they had to pay for it.
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6 He is your constant source of stability; he abundantly provides safety and great wisdom; he gives all this to those who fear him.
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14 Those who are wise store up knowledge, but foolish speech leads to imminent destruction.
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23 Then you will walk on your way with security, and you will not stumble.
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21 “Reconcile yourself with God, and be at peace with him; in this way your prosperity will be good.