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People who despise advice are asking for trouble;
those who respect a command will succeed.
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The instruction of the wise is like a life-giving fountain;
those who accept it avoid the snares of death.
Verse 13
People write books of instructions to help us. We should read and obey the instructions. Then, we shall be safer. A foolish person refuses to read instructions. He thinks that he knows what to do.
God gave his commands to us in order to help us. We should obey his commands. And we should live in the right way. Then we shall receive God’s reward.
Verse 14
Our church leaders and teachers need wisdom. They should respect God. Their lives should please God. Then when they teach, the people will benefit from their words.
Ordinary wisdom can save a person from natural dangers and death. God’s wisdom can save a person from the danger of hell. God’s wisdom will bring that person to heaven.
The first proverb doesn’t exactly compare apples to apples. An instruction isn’t always the same as a command. Still, the message holds true: if someone ignores all instruction, especially wise advice, they will suffer for it. On the other hand, if someone is humble enough to listen to wise guidance, they will be rewarded.
In the arid Middle East, water was precious, and good wells were often fought over. Verse 14 tells us that we should have the same desire for wise teachings.
Think about it: Can you recall a time when you were a source of wisdom and support for someone, like a River of Life?
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