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Ecclesiastes 3:6 Β· KJV

"A time to get, and a time to lose; a time to keep, and a time to cast away;"

King James Version

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Passage Context

4A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;
5A time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together; a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing;
6A time to get, and a time to lose; a time to keep, and a time to cast away;
7A time to rend, and a time to sew; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak;
8A time to love, and a time to hate; a time of war, and a time of peace.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does this verse say about your relationship with material possessions?

2

How do you handle loss in your life?

3

When have you experienced a significant gain or loss?

Life Application

faith

Reflect on how God provides for you in times of gain and loss, fostering a spirit of gratitude.

family

Discuss with family members the importance of valuing what you have while being open to change.

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