Proverbs
12:15-16 The way of a fool is right in his
own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice. The vexation of a fool is known at
once, but the prudent ignores an insult.
A wise man can take “No” for
an answer. He is able to listen to the wisdom and truth of a friend. Pride can
be an impediment to our learning and growing in God’s graces.
Even insults are not taken
personally by the wise person. Insults that are spoken about us by people with
limited knowledge of us.
I have found that the people
who have only a casual relationship with me are the easiest to dismiss when
they throw an insult. Such words are the easiest to dismiss because they are
often baseless. Insults that are painful are those spoken by
Vs. 16 a prudent man does
not take insults personally. Self control, ability to correct yourself and say
sorry, less stress in your life.
What are the benefits of
being truthful? It brings healing, experiences of joy, less trouble with people
and the presence of God on your side in a dispute.
