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“A Room for Your Gift”
July 7, 2026
Daily Devotional:
“A Room for Your Gift”
Proverbs 18:16
"A man’s gift makes room for him, and brings him before great men."
In the ancient Near East, it was customary to bring a physical present when seeking an audience with a ruler or a person of high status. It was a sign of respect, a cultural key that unlocked heavy doors. But the wisdom of Proverbs goes much deeper than a lesson in social etiquette. The Hebrew word used here for "gift" (mattan) doesn't just mean a wrapped package; it refers to the innate, God-given talents, capacities, and unique callings woven into…
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