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What does it mean?
Divine intelligence is granted through the challenge of solving life's puzzles.
In plain terms
God gives intelligence by giving you problems to solve.
What can you take from it?
Embrace problems as the way to develop your intelligence.

Where it applies

  • career obstacles
  • personal learning
  • life challenges

Putting it to work

  • treat problems as lessons
  • seek challenges
  • stay curious

Questions to consider

  • What puzzle are you facing right now?
  • How has a problem helped you learn?

Another view

Some puzzles may be unsolvable or cause unnecessary suffering.

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