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About Plymothian

I teach at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. My interests include education, biblical studies, and spiritual formation. I have been married to Kelli since 1998 and we have two children, Daryl and Amelia. For recreation I like to run, play soccer, play board games, read and travel.

Proverbs 24:8,9 Control Freeks

Posted on July 18, 2012 by Plymothian

Whoever plots evil     will be known as a schemer. 9 The schemes of folly are sin,     and people detest a mocker. Control Freeks When people are desperate for a favourable outcome they manipulate those around them.  Fear of … Continue reading →

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Proverbs 24:7 God and Local Politics

Posted on July 16, 2012 by Plymothian

Wisdom is too high for fools;     in the assembly at the gate they must not open their mouths.  God and Local Politics A person who does not know God is less likely to have something truly constructive to offer … Continue reading →

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Proverbs 24:5,6 God: The Ultimate Weapon

Posted on July 15, 2012 by Plymothian

The wise prevail through great power,     and those who have knowledge muster their strength. 6 Surely you need guidance to wage war,     and victory is won through many advisers.  God, The Ultimate Weapon Wisdom is the pursuit of … Continue reading →

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Proverbs 24:3, 4

Posted on July 12, 2012 by Plymothian

3 By wisdom a house is built,     and through understanding it is established; 4 through knowledge its rooms are filled     with rare and beautiful treasures.  Building Houses     Questions What kind of house building do you think … Continue reading →

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Proverbs 24:1,2 Envying the Wicked

Posted on July 11, 2012 by Plymothian

Do not envy the wicked,     do not desire their company; 2 for their hearts plot violence,     and their lips talk about making trouble. Envying the Wicked Drug Dealer’s Mansion Kim Kardashian’s Money A Rapper’s Car Collection Questions What … Continue reading →

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Proverbs 23:12-35 The Heart’s Addictions

Posted on July 10, 2012 by Plymothian

Yesterday I wrote a lengthy entry about the heart.  Our small group discussed spanking, and then we focused on why children go astray.  We talked about how often something draws someone in and consumes their life.  I remember those who … Continue reading →

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Proverbs 23:13, 14 Should Parents Spank?

Posted on July 7, 2012 by Plymothian

13 Do not withhold discipline from a child;     if you punish them with the rod, they will not die. 14 Punish them with the rod     and save them from death.  Should Parents Spank? Parents who spank think they are … Continue reading →

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Proverbs 23:12 Angry About Improvement

Posted on July 5, 2012 by Plymothian

12 Apply your heart to instruction     and your ears to words of knowledge. Angry About Improvement My wife says that I deflect criticism.  The truth is that I don’t welcome it.  I am not that wise.  Today’s criticism was concerning the … Continue reading →

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Proverbs 23:10,11 Defender

Posted on July 3, 2012 by Plymothian

10 Do not move an ancient boundary stone     or encroach on the fields of the fatherless, 11 for their Defender is strong;     he will take up their case against you. Defender In court cases even the poor are … Continue reading →

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Proverbs 23:9 In Support of Not Talking It Out

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Plymothian

9 Do not speak to fools,     for they will scorn your prudent words. In Support of Not Talking It Out In many cases it is prudent to talk through a problem. It is good to assess why the problem … Continue reading →

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