Episode 17 – Peace Is the Real Profit Key Verses: Proverbs 17:1 – “Better is a dry morsel with quiet than a house full of feasting with strife.” Proverbs 17:3 – “The crucible is for silver, and the furnace is for gold, and the Lord tests hearts.” Proverbs 17:14 – “The beginning of strife is like letting out water, so quit before the quarrel breaks out.” Proverbs 17:27 – “Whoever restrains his words has knowledge, and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding.” Overview: In Episode 17, Greg Carroll explores the wisdom of Proverbs 17 and the deep connection between peace, humility, and financial harmony. From quiet homes to calm hearts, this episode reminds us that the real profit isn’t in how much we make—it’s in how we live, love, and lead under pressure. Finances may test us, but God is ultimately after our hearts. What You’ll Learn: Why peace is more valuable than possessions How financial tension often reveals spiritual or relational issues What it means to “quit before the quarrel breaks out” in money conversations Why restraint, understanding, and emotional control are keys to wise money management Take Action: Reflect: Is your money stress rooted in numbers—or in the heart? Ask: How can you pursue peace instead of power in financial conversations this week? Practice: Use fewer words, more grace, and a cooler spirit in moments of tension Pray: “Lord, help me value peace over possessions, unity over control, and Your wisdom over my need to be right.” Mentioned in the Episode: Biblical financial coaching at www.LegacyFinancialCoach.com