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Proverbs 14:1

The contrast is stark: wisdom actively builds, while folly actively destroys — often without intending to. The image of 'her own hands' underlines that foolishness is self-inflicted destruction. Every daily choice either constructs or tears apart what God has entrusted to us.

Memory phrase: Wisdom builds the home.

Talk about it: What is one choice that builds up your home?

Prayer: God, help me build, not tear down.

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