Welcome to Day 2390 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Wisdom Nuggets – Ecclesiastes 10:8-14 Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2390 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2390 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. In today’s Wisdom Nugget, I will guide you through the vast landscapes of biblical wisdom. Today, we continue our journey through the profound insights of Ecclesiastes. We’ll be diving into Ecclesiastes 10:8-14 from the New Living Translation. These verses offer practical advice on the consequences of foolish actions, the importance of wisdom in work, and the impact of our words. Let’s set out on this trek together and uncover the wisdom that Solomon shares with us. Ecclesiastes 10:8-14 (NLT): 8 When you dig a well, you might fall in. When you demolish an old wall, you could be bitten by a snake. 9 When you work in a quarry, stones might fall and crush you. When you chop wood, there is danger with each stroke of your ax. 10 Using a dull ax requires great strength, so sharpen the blade. That’s the value of wisdom; it helps you succeed. 11 If a snake bites before you charm it, what’s the use of being a snake charmer? 12 Wise words bring approval, but fools are destroyed by their own words. 13 Fools base their thoughts on foolish assumptions, so their conclusions will be wicked madness; 14 they chatter on and on. No one really knows what is going to happen; no one can predict the future. The Consequences of Foolish Actions: Solomon begins this passage by highlighting the inherent dangers in everyday activities. In verses 8 and 9, he says, “When you dig a well, you might fall in. When you demolish an old wall, you could be bitten by a snake. When you work in a quarry, stones might fall and crush you. When you chop wood, there is danger with each stroke of your ax.” These verses illustrate that many tasks we undertake come with risks. Whether it’s digging, demolishing, quarrying, or chopping wood, each activity carries the potential for harm. This serves as a reminder to approach our work with caution and awareness. While we can’t eliminate all risks, we can mitigate them by being mindful of the dangers and taking appropriate precautions. Wisdom in our work means understanding the risks and preparing adequately to avoid unnecessary harm. The Importance of Wisdom in Work: In verse 10, Solomon shifts to the importance of wisdom in making our efforts more effective: “Using a dull ax requires great strength, so sharpen the blade. That’s the value of wisdom; it helps you succeed.” This analogy of a dull ax emphasizes that working harder isn’t always the solution; working smarter is. A sharp ax makes the task of chopping wood easier and more efficient, just as wisdom makes our efforts more productive and less strenuous. Applying wisdom in our work means seeking the most effective methods and tools, planning carefully, and being prepared. It’s about making decisions that maximize our...
