But enough about that.
Wow, today's Proverb is 🔥🔥🔥
It's so relevant, just right out of the gate imparts concentrated morsels of life-giving, soul-saving Wisdom! (Thank You, Lord!)
Though there are several excellent verses today, I'll talk briefly about this one, the second verse. It means that, if (you believe that) something doesn't apply to you, then you won't be bothered by it. Like if someone calls a genius "stupid" or a supermodel "ugly" - that kind of thing; in each (obvious) case, the person will easily shrug off what was meant as a stinging barb of insult because they know better; these are easy, obvious examples.
Let's say that someone says something to you that doesn't feel great to hear.
What I like to do is ask myself, soul-searching, as well as ask the Holy Spirit "Is (any of) that true, to a degree or other? What's my part in it?" - truly an excellent habit I learned about from the wise people in my life. Often, I'll see my own mistake or failing (evidence that there is at least some degree of truth to what was said); if I lean into it, that turns the comment into a stepping stone that can help me get closer to Truth and the freedom therein.
Other times, a sharp/hurtful comment serves to bring an insecurity or wounded part of my soul to the fore-front instead. This is still good to know and productive as I've then a chance to ask God for His healing in that area.
Either way, it's all good. Literally, making lemonade from the lemons of life.
Though there are several excellent verses today, I'll talk briefly about this one, the second verse. It means that, if (you believe that) something doesn't apply to you, then you won't be bothered by it. Like if someone calls a genius "stupid" or a supermodel "ugly" - that kind of thing; in each (obvious) case, the person will easily shrug off what was meant as a stinging barb of insult because they know better; these are easy, obvious examples.
Let's say that someone says something to you that doesn't feel great to hear.
What I like to do is ask myself, soul-searching, as well as ask the Holy Spirit "Is (any of) that true, to a degree or other? What's my part in it?" - truly an excellent habit I learned about from the wise people in my life. Often, I'll see my own mistake or failing (evidence that there is at least some degree of truth to what was said); if I lean into it, that turns the comment into a stepping stone that can help me get closer to Truth and the freedom therein.
Other times, a sharp/hurtful comment serves to bring an insecurity or wounded part of my soul to the fore-front instead. This is still good to know and productive as I've then a chance to ask God for His healing in that area.
Either way, it's all good. Literally, making lemonade from the lemons of life.
What verse/s stood out to you though, dear Reader? And, do you agree/disagree/have anything to add to my thoughts about Proverbs 26:2? I'd love your comments below if you like.
Either way, I appreciate these minutes of your time and pray that all whose eyes see these words are blessed, in Jesus' Name, amen.
Either way, I appreciate these minutes of your time and pray that all whose eyes see these words are blessed, in Jesus' Name, amen.
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