Apples of Gold
A Word Fitly Spoken — Proverbs 25:11
Proverbs 29:16
August 16, 2026
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Proverbs 29:16 “When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.”
— Proverbs 29:16
✦ Golden Insight
“The truth at the heart of this verse
Where wickedness multiplies, transgression follows.
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✦ Frame of Silver
“The context and setting that shapes its meaning”
Wickedness may spread for a season, and sin may seem to flourish without restraint. Yet no rise stands beyond the reach of God’s righteous rule. What appears strong is already passing, for the Judge of all the earth has appointed both the measure and the end of evil. The righteous need not envy its increase, for they shall behold its fall.
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✦ Fruit of Christ
“How this truth bears fruit in a life following Christ”
Christ entered a world where wickedness seemed to triumph, enduring the hatred of sinful men and the darkness of the cross. Yet by His resurrection He declared that evil never has the final word. He reigns above every kingdom of rebellion, and all who belong to Him wait with confidence, knowing that every power opposed to God will one day fall before the King of righteousness.
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“And the truth held firm.”
— Ophel
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