Today’s Verse:
Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to advice. – Proverbs 12: 15
In Kings 12, King Rehoboam (son of King Solomon) seeks counsel from the elders that served under Solomon to help with an issue in his Kingdom. Those elders gave him wise advice. However, he decides to disregard it and asks the young men who grew up with him. Their advice drives the Kingdom to divide and a new king to come in. The new king leads Israel down the wrong path.
As humans, we are prideful, naturally selfish, and want to do things our way, even when our way seems wrong. It may seem that it will only affect us, but often that is not true. The result of Rehoboam’s foolish action was a divided Kingdom, a wicked King on the throne, a man being stoned to death, rebellion, and idol worship.
Our choices can have a domino effect and often will not only affect you. We are responsible for our choices, and there are always consequences for good or bad. We have access to wise elders for a reason, they have been where we are, and they know how to navigate things the right and healthy way. – Commentary by Kristina Taylor
Today’s Prayer:
Lord, thank you for those that have gone before us that have gained a broader perspective and wisdom as a result of living life and seeking You. I pray they are gentle when giving advice, and we are open-minded when receiving it. Amen.
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