I calmly looked at him with respect, I tried very hard not to show any fear, and replied, \u201cOh sorry, we were just laughing about something my friend had just said. No harm intended.\u201d Instantly the angry young man who was ready to rip me out of the car changed facial expression to almost a smile, and said, \u201cNo problem. Have a good day!\u201d My friend Dave turned to me, looking shocked and relieved exclaiming, \u201cHow on earth did you get out of that?? That was amazing!\u201d<\/p>\n
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Learning and practicing to keep calm under pressure has kept me from taking unwise actions or making rash decisions. Little did I know that practicing such peaceful responses would also help provide a platform for developing wisdom.<\/p>\n
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What Readers are Saying about \u201cWisdom Brings Success\u201d:<\/p>\n
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\u201cDr. Brendan has written one of the best books on wisdom that I have ever read. His remarkable ability to integrate his extensive scientific background, including references to world-class researchers, with personal stories and lived pastoral experience, is incredibly helpful.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2014Dr Richard Green, C3 Reach Regional Director;<\/p>\n
Founding Pastor and Senior Minister C3 Church Ryde.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhat an amazing gift for anyone who would choose to spare themselves from potentially totally avoidable mistakes that could bring trouble for years.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2014Dr Jerry Stott, Global Associate Director (South Pacific),<\/p>\n
Foursquare Ministry International (FMI).<\/p>\n
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\u201cI think that it is excellent, and I love the personal stories and their application… It is full of wisdom… I highly recommend this book.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2014Dr Barry Manuel, Co-Pastor Healinglife Church Adelaide<\/p>\n
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\u201cBrendan shows where wisdom is, how to access it \u2013 but also its high challenges and rich rewards.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2014Rev Ian Clarkson, Chairman, Hopenet SA Inc.<\/p>\n
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\u201cThe book \u2018Wisdom Brings Success\u2019 is certainly God\u2013inspired; from the very first page through the entire narrative, no one who reads can deny God\u2019s breadth and wisdom in it.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2014Pastor Jane and Abraham Haastrup,<\/p>\n
Assistant General Overseer, Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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