The difference between being a person of knowledge and a person of stupidity is how we receive correction. The word discipline in verse 1 could be translated correction or chastisement. Those who receive correction gain a hunger for knowledge, those who don’t stay in the dark. We see this in our church. The people who have listened to a rebuke, repented of their sin, and found healing for their brokenness are the ones who are the most hungry for God and for knowledge. When someone confronts you, are you an open book, a listening ear, or do you have your fists up ready to fight?
Verse 15 has a similar thought. In addition to being stupid, we also learn that those who close their ears to others are fools. Wow, what a contrast. Today, I can be a stupid fool or a wise man full of knowledge, all depending on how I listen to others advise and counsel.
Father, please give us the humility and openness to receive the advise and rebuke of a friend. Thank you for honest friends.
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
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