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Wisdom Notebook — Episode #022

Proverbs 22 — What's Your Name Worth?

What comes to mind when someone hears your name? Are you known for your accomplishments, or for your character?

In Proverbs 22:1, Solomon reminds us that a good name is worth more than great riches. Drawing from his experiences as a teacher, Orlando explores how honesty, respect, responsibility, and integrity shape the kind of person we become.

A good name isn't about being well known. It's about being well trusted.

From My Wisdom Notebook

“A good name isn't built by what I say about myself, but by the character I demonstrate each day.”

Scripture

Proverbs 22:1; Luke 16:10

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Scripture Copyright

Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. The ESV text may not be quoted in any publication made available to the public by a Creative Commons license. The ESV may not be translated in whole or in part into any other language.

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Wisdom Notebook — Episode #021

Proverbs 21 — Nobody Likes a Know-It-All

Nobody likes a know-it-all. But sometimes it's easier to recognize arrogance in others than in ourselves.

In Proverbs 21:24, Solomon warns against the danger of pride. Orlando explores the difference between being knowledgeable and being arrogant, sharing lessons from his classroom about remaining teachable and using what we know to help others.

True wisdom isn't about proving how much we know. It's about having the humility to keep learning and the willingness to serve others.

From My Wisdom Notebook

“Wisdom is humble enough to keep learning and generous enough to share what it knows.”

Scripture

Proverbs 21:24; Proverbs 18:15; John 13:1–17

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Scripture Copyright

Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. The ESV text may not be quoted in any publication made available to the public by a Creative Commons license. The ESV may not be translated in whole or in part into any other language.

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Wisdom Notebook — Episode #020

Proverbs 20 — When the Drink Takes Control

Alcohol can destroy more than a person's health. It can damage relationships, break families, and leave wounds that last a lifetime.

In this deeply personal episode, Orlando shares his experience growing up with an alcoholic father, the precious years they shared during his sobriety, and the heartbreak of addiction's return.

Through Proverbs 20:1, we explore the dangers of allowing alcohol—or anything else—to take control of our lives, while remembering that those struggling with addiction need compassion, support, and hope.

From My Wisdom Notebook

“Wisdom recognizes the danger when something I consume begins to control me.”

Scripture

Proverbs 20:1; Proverbs 23:29–35; Ephesians 5:18; 1 Corinthians 6:12

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Scripture Copyright

Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. The ESV text may not be quoted in any publication made available to the public by a Creative Commons license. The ESV may not be translated in whole or in part into any other language.