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Some interesting points from the Book of Genesis, adopted from the N.I.V. Life Application Study Bible:

Because our talents and knowledge come from God, it is more appropriate to thank Him for them than to brag about them. (Always remember that God lifts up those who humbled themselves and, never keep quiet when you know there is a need to glorify His name.)

Sometimes merely trying to avoid temptations is not enough. We must turn and run, especially when the temptations seem very strong, as is often the case in sexual temptation. (I totally agree on this turning-and-running solution, you know how hardworking Satan is.)

Often the sins we try to cover up are the ones that anger us most when we see them in others. If you become indignant at the sins of others, you may have a similar tendency to sin that you don’t wish to face. When we admit our sins and ask God to forgive us, forgiving others becomes easier. (Our Father in Heaven … forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sins against us …)

When we feel passed by, overlooked, or forgotten, we shouldn’t be surprised that people are often ungrateful. In similar situations, trust God. (Never give up on God, as He never gave up on us.) More opportunities may be waiting. Our most important opportunities may come when we least expect them. (Just as shared by Bro. Daniel Brown, Jesus will step right into our life when we least expect Him to come.) Be ready for opportunities by getting to know more about God. Then you will be ready to call on him when opportunities come our way. (Don’t let the opportunities pass you by, stay alert!)

I want to live to be a person in whom the spirit of God lives.