Episode 6 – 510: Wisdom Series – Companions & Self-Control
Let’s talk about Proverbs, Chapter 13: 20 & Chapter 14:29
Chapter 13, verse 20 reads– “(20) He that walketh with wise
men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.”
The verse really speaks to the importance of who surrounds us and their influence on our lives. We can build one another up and help one another to reach new levels. And on the flip side when we surround ourselves with people who are not interested in seeking wisdom and gaining understanding, we may find ourselves in circumstances that are not beneficial. This may
translate to a work setting by ensuring everyone is focused on moving in the same direction, when there are distractions it can cause problems for the team and organization. For example, when we have team members that don’t want to follow processes
meant to protect us all, it can creates situations of liability. Surrounding ourselves with people who seek and employ understanding is a beneficial thing for us.
Chapter 14, verse 29 reads– “(29) He that is slow to wrath
is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly.”
This verse highlights the importance of self-control. It is another sharing of wisdom around observation of behaviors and how that serves to inform us or shed light on a situation. When people exercise self-control, they allow themselves time to think through situations and to gain information to make the best decision possible. However, when people are quick to make decisions, they may invite circumstances that may be regrettable, but that
could have been avoided. Having emotions is part of our human condition, however, being able to manage those emotions well demonstrates greater understanding of how our behaviors can and do influence situations and relationships.
So, to recap, ensuring we are surrounding ourselves with others who seek wisdom and greater understanding, and who exercise self-control is something that is positive in supporting a goal of living a fulfilled life.
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