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He who has an ear, let him hear and heed what the Spirit says to the churches.

“And to the angel (divine messenger) of the church in Philadelphia write: These are the words of the Holy One, the True One, He who has the key [to the house] of David, He who opens and no one will [be able to] shut, and He who shuts and no one opens. God has given us eyes, not to judge others...but see how u can lift ur brother or sister in time of need... a mouth not to criticize, but to speak the truth in love...hands not to punish, but to be of a helping hand...ears not to be insensitive, but to be of aide to other's...God gave us all these, use them for the glory of God! He said unto him, What is written in the law? how readest thou?

And he answering said, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind; and thy neighbour as thyself.

And he said unto him, Thou hast answered right: this do, and thou shalt live.

But he, willing to justify himself, said unto Jesus, And who is my neighbour?

And Jesus answering said, A certain man went down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and fell among thieves, which stripped him of his raiment, and wounded him, and departed, leaving him half dead.

And by chance there came down a certain priest that way: and when he saw him, he passed by on the other side.

And likewise a Levite, when he was at the place, came and looked on him, and passed by on the other side.

But a certain Samaritan, as he journeyed, came where he was: and when he saw him, he had compassion on him,

And went to him, and bound up his wounds, pouring in oil and wine, and set him on his own beast, and brought him to an inn, and took care of him.

And on the morrow when he departed, he took out two pence, and gave them to the host, and said unto him, Take care of him; and whatsoever thou spendest more, when I come again, I will repay thee.

Which now of these three, thinkest thou, was neighbour unto him that fell among the thieves?

And he said, He that shewed mercy on him. Then said Jesus unto him, Go, and do thou likewise. I am giving you a new commandment, that you love one another. Just as I have loved you, so you too are to love one another.

By this everyone will know that you are My disciples, if you have love and unselfish concern for one another.

“Now therefore, O sons, listen to me,

For blessed [happy, prosperous, to be admired] are they who keep my ways.

“Heed (pay attention to) instruction and be wise,

And do not ignore or neglect it.

“Blessed [happy, prosperous, to be admired] is the man who listens to me,

Watching daily at my gates,

Waiting at my doorposts.

“For whoever finds me (Wisdom) finds life

And obtains favor and grace from the LORD.

“But he who fails to find me or sins against me injures himself;

All those who hate me love and court death. And treasure my commandments within you,

So that your ear is attentive to [skillful and godly] wisdom,

And apply your heart to understanding [seeking it conscientiously and striving for it eagerly];

Yes, if you cry out for insight,

And lift up your voice for understanding;

If you seek skillful and godly wisdom as you would silver

And search for her as you would hidden treasures;

Then you will understand the [reverent] fear of the LORD [that is, worshiping Him and regarding Him as truly awesome]

And discover the knowledge of God.

For the LORD gives [skillful and godly] wisdom;

From His mouth come knowledge and understanding.

He stores away sound wisdom for the righteous [those who are in right standing with Him];

He is a shield to those who walk in integrity [those of honorable character and moral courage],

He guards the paths of justice;

And He preserves the way of His saints.

Then you will understand righteousness and justice [in every circumstance]

And integrity and every good path.

For [skillful and godly] wisdom will enter your heart

And knowledge will be pleasant to your soul.

Discretion will watch over you,

Understanding and discernment will guard you.