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Proverbs 20:12

Our senses are gifts from God, made purposefully by Him. This is not just anatomy — it is a theological claim. Because God made our ears and eyes, we are accountable for what we hear and what we see. Every faculty we have comes from Him and should be used for His glory.

Memory phrase: God made eyes and ears.

Talk about it: How can you use your eyes and ears to serve God today?

Prayer: God, thank You for my eyes and ears. Help me use them for You.

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