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Proverbs 13:17
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15 Good understanding1 gains afavor,
But the way of the unfaithful is hard. 
16 aEvery prudent man acts with knowledge,
But a fool lays open his folly. 
17 A wicked messenger falls into trouble,
But aa faithful ambassador brings health. 
18 Poverty and shame will come to him who1 disdains correction,
But ahe who regards a rebuke will be honored. 
19 A desire accomplished is sweet to the soul,
But it is an abomination to fools to depart from evil.
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Proverbs 13:17

As faithful ambassadors of Christ, we ought to bring health, refreshment, and comfort to the people with whom we come into contact.

David F. Maas
How to Conduct Ourselves as Ambassadors for Christ


 
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