Firm Foundation with Bryan Hudson
Religion & Spirituality:Christianity
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Ecclesiastes 10:10 (NJKV), If the ax is dull, and one does not sharpen the edge, then he must use more strength; but wisdom produces success.”
(NLT), Since a dull ax requires great strength, sharpen the blade. That's the value of wisdom; it helps you succeed.
(NIV), If the ax is dull and its edge unsharpened, more strength is needed but skill will bring success.
“Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the saw.” ~ Attributed to Abraham Lincoln
From a knife sharpening guide:
“Maintaining Your Edge”
A properly maintained knife is sharp. A dull knife can be dangerous because you will apply much more pressure than you would with a sharp knife and your hand will be much more likely to slip.
A honing tool will realign the edge and also bring to the surface the carbon molecules that provide most of the cutting action. Frequent honing is essential and will keep your knife cutting like new for months.
Use your honing tool virtually every time you use your knives.
KEY WORDS
Ax (Saw) – The instrument of service; our lifestyle
Edge – The cutting edge; the action edge; What we actually do; our gifts and unique contribution to God’s purpose
Wisdom - Ability to make proper choices and reach proper conclusions and decisions; Shrewdly aware and subtly resourceful; Using the proper means and procedures in attaining an end; Knowing how to restore and maintain your edge.
Sharpen: Raising the level of your skill and effectiveness through RENEWAL
Tools That Sharpen
Systems of Failure & Success | Part Seven of Navigate: How to Successful Journey Through Life and These Times
Navigate, The Conquerer‘s Mindset | Patricia A. Hudson
Navigating Systems of God and Men | Part Six of Navigate: How to Successful Journey Through Life and These Times
10 Things You Can Do | Part Five of Navigate: How to Successful Journey Through Life and These Times
The Compass of Love | Part Four of Navigate: How to Successful Journey Through Life and These Times
NAVIGATE: Part 3 – Power of Nurture: Preparing Children to Navigate Life
Self Care: Fit for the Journey | Part Two of Navigate: How to Successful Journey Through Life and These Times
NAVIGATE. How to Successfully Journey Through Life & These Times - Part One
Remember. Don't Look Back.
Hope – What Is It? How Does It Come?
Source vs. Resource: How to Receive the Things You Need
Cause & Effect: God's Promises and Mercy at Work
Imago Dei: Qualities of a Man and Father
A New Way: From Pandemic to Promise
Principles of Insight | Firm Foundation Bible Study
A Place Called Forward: Commence & Invoke
A Place Called Forward: From Crisis to Courage
Imago Dei (Image of God), Part Six - A Mother's Provision
Imago Dei (Image of God), Part Five - The Image of Love
Imago Dei (Image of God) Part Four: Factors That Hinder Imago Dei
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