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There is a way that seems right to a man

Posted on January 17, 2016 Written by Mark McIntyre 1 Comment

Street signs pointing to right way and wrong way

These verses should also inform us that because of our inclination to go wrong, a healthy dose of self-doubt regarding our ability to understand and apply the Bible is advisable. Our first parents displayed the ability to distort what God said and if we are honest, we will admit that we share this with them. It is our nature to hear what we want to hear and avoid the rest.

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