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What does it mean?
Prosperity is blessed in the Old Testament, while adversity is blessed in the New, suggesting different spiritual lessons in each.
In plain terms
Success is good in the Old Testament, but hardship brings spiritual growth in the New.
What can you take from it?
See value in both success and hardship as they teach different lessons.

Where it applies

  • facing hardship
  • spiritual reflection
  • community support

Putting it to work

  • find meaning in struggles
  • celebrate successes humbly

Questions to consider

  • What do you learn from hardship?
  • How do you view success?

Another view

This view depends on religious interpretation.

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