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Proverbs 12:2

Goodness and wickedness are not morally equal before God. The good person — one who genuinely pursues righteousness — receives divine favour. The person who schemes and devises wicked plans will face God's condemnation. God is not a neutral observer of human conduct.

Memory phrase: God favours good people.

Talk about it: What does it mean to have God's favour on your life?

Prayer: God, help me be truly good, not just look good.

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