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How to Succeed in God's Eyes |
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Proverbs notes two significant by-products of wise living: success and good reputation. Several verses also point out what causes failure and poor reputation. |
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Qualities that promote success and a good reputation |
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Godliness (righteousness) |
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Hating what is false |
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Committing all work to the Lord |
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Using words with restraint; being even-tempered |
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Loving wisdom and understanding |
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Humility and fear of the Lord |
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Willingness to confess and forsake sin |
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Qualities that prevent success and cause a bad reputation |
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Wickedness |
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Seeking honor |
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Hatred |
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Praising oneself |
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Concealing sin |
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Other verses dealing with one's reputation are 11:10, 16; 14:3; 19:10; 22:1; 23:17, 18; 24:13, 14.
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