We all
need wisdom in our lives, and today let's take a look at Proverbs 9 verses 1 to
12.
Seven pearls of wisdom. The number seven in scripture
represents completion or perfection typically. Come, let us find ways to grow
in understanding.
Proverbs 9:1 (AMP)
Wisdom's Invitation
9 Wisdom has built her [spacious and sufficient] house;
She has hewn out and set up her
seven pillars.
I do not do well when criticized, it pains me when
someone wants to correct me. But, I keep quiet and hope the critic is truthful
and not mocking me. I have found some people love to "insult" or
"abuse" when critiquing me.
It's
challenging, but I manage to keep quiet, to avoid further wrath. In earlier
days I would lash out before I accept someone critiquing me. My natural instinct
is to take offense and I can get quite angry. These days I try and see it from
my critic's perspective. I don't always like hearing what they say, but I try
and listen with an open heart. Learning is part of my spiritual growth, and it
does help to hear other people's opinions. I still believe "the fear of
the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is
understanding."
Prayer
Humbly,
I pray Lord if I am critical about a person, give me the wisdom to be
constructive towards them, and gracious when I receive criticism. Help me stay
focused on Your Word so that I can learn from each experience, in the name of
Jesus Amen.
Yvette
van Niekerk
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