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Humble yourself before you are punished with sickness. When you have sinned, show repentance.
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If you make a promise to the Lord, keep it as soon as you can. Don't wait until you are about to die to set things straight.
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But before you make such a promise, be prepared to keep it. Don't try to test the Lord's patience.
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Think! Do you want him to be angry with you on the day you die? When you face his judgment, do you want him to turn his back on you?
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When you have all you want, think what it is like to be hungry, what it is to be poor.
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Things can change in a single day; the Lord can act very quickly.
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If you are wise, you will be careful in everything you do. When sin is all around you, be especially careful that you do not become guilty.
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Every intelligent person can recognize wisdom and will honor anyone who shows it.
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If you appreciate wisdom when you hear it, you will become wise yourself, and your words will be a source of wisdom for others.
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Don't be controlled by your lust; keep your passions in check.
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If you allow yourself to satisfy your every desire, you will be a joke to your enemies.