Sirach 20:25

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25 A thief is preferable to someone who continuously lies, but both will inherit destruction.

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Hope in Practice

Romans 8:24-25 — Suffering can lead to despair. Many Christians undergoing great trials (especially older saints) desire to “get out” of this life. In those moments when they see the sad state of this world, evil increasing, and the limitations of hu...

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11-14-25 Hebrews 8:7-13B

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Behold the Living Word, Ep 2 of 2

Sometimes we need to fall on our faces before God and ask him for new eyes to see Him. Hundreds of women did just that after hearing Jackie Hill Perry’s message at True Woman 25. “Why do you think you were created, if not to behold him?” That’s the q...

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The Sphere of Hope

Romans 8:24-25 — Suffering permeates this world. Christian or not, all question the purpose of tragedy and suffering. In order to maintain a proper Christian joy in this hopeless world, says Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones in the sermon “The Sphere of Hope,” ...

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Sirach 20:25 In-Context

23 Some promise a favor to a friend out of shame, and they create an enemy for no reason.

24 A lie is a bad blemish on a person; ignorant people tell them incessantly.

25 A thief is preferable to someone who continuously lies, but both will inherit destruction.

26 The character of liars is dishonorable; their shame is continuously with them.

27 Wise people distinguish themselves by their words, and prudent people will please the powerful.

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Sirach 20:25 Study Resources

Hope in Practice

11-14-25 Hebrews 8:7-13B

Behold the Living Word, Ep 2 of 2

The Sphere of Hope

Sirach 20:25 In-Context