Wisdom for Life's Journey - Proverbs 17
There is much wisdom to be found in these Proverbs from God. With all the chaos, confusion, rioting and protesting going on in our society today, there is a definite need for wisdom. In Proverbs 17:14 it says “The beginning of strife is like releasing water; therefore stop contention before a quarrel starts.” There is wisdom in disarming a situation before it escalates and believers should model good behavior. We are reminded in verse 15 that “He who justifies the wicked and he who condemns the just, both of them alike are an abomination to the Lord.”
This Proverb closes with a reminder in verse 27 that ”He has knowledge spares his words and a man of understanding is of a calm spirit.” May we seek wisdom from the Lord daily and put into practice what we learn from Him.