I Was
Wrong 09-23-16
Proverbs 17:10 (ESV) 10 A rebuke goes
deeper into a man of understanding than a hundred blows into
a fool.
I like the KJV better here. A bit more
virile.
Proverbs 17:10 (KJV) 10 A reproof
entereth more into a wise man than an hundred stripes into a fool.
O.K. O.K. I WAS WRONG! Are you satisfied
now?? Ever had to admit that to someone or better yet,to yourself?We all have at
one time or another and it was my turn this week past(smile)
Without going into detail, I sought the
opinion/advice/counsel of a dear and TRUSTED friend this week,the key word being
trusted;and,as you might surmise by the title,it didn't go my way.You see, I was
wrong. I made a mistake.Even after speaking with my friend,I attempted to
justify my actions in my head. After a long while mentally rehashing to
myself,out on my route that evening,the above verse came to mind.Reluctantly,I
had to admit to myself,if not to anyone else,that I had screwed up.
You see I didn't sin. I didn't have to
ask God's forgiveness. I made an unsound and unwise decision. Yes... you are
right. It was just plain dumb!! And while I believe this verse certainly does
address sin in our lives,it also addresses our missteps and ill advised choices.
And herein lieth the lesson.
You ever know anyone who is always right?
I mean no matter the circumstance or situation,they always have an opinion and
it's ALWAYS the right one!! (As the Holy Spirit says to me "Yes Ronnie, YOU!)(
BIG SMILE)) I expect that we all must plead guilty to that offense at one time
or another,don't you think?And that is what God's Word is warning against here
isn't it? You see,if we are not careful we can deceive ourselves into believing
we have all the truth concerning our lives.(and occasionally everyone else's
lol) We can become stubborn and resistant to the advice/counsel of
others;especially when it is opposed to what we THINK is right. And that is what
the above verse is talking about. When we refuse to consider a difference of
opinion,when we don't allow for rebuff or correction,we become foolish don't
we? If we become "stiff necked" (smile) as the Bible calls it,even though
we should endure a hundred lashes,it would be to no avail.
And the result of that kind of thinking
is what we are witnessing every single day, in every single corner of our nation
and world. The idea of admitting that we are wrong is not only distasteful in
this nation,it has become repugnant.The reason being,that oft times it involves
swallowing our pride and chewing on a large piece of humble pie. You see that
verse not only speaks to a frame of mind, it puts a spotlight on the condition
of the heart doesn't it? I digress. Stick to the talking point
Ronnie.
Brothers and sisters,let me leave you
with this last thought. No one. Nobody. Not me,not you, not Donald, not
Hillary, NO ONE OR NOBODY WALKING THIS PLANET HAS ALL THE TRUTH! And we will
greatly benefit if we apply this absolute truth not only to others,but more
importantly to ourselves. What say you?
1 Corinthians 13:12 (ESV) 12 For now we see
in a mirror dimly, but then face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know
fully, even as I have been fully known.
We are all going to make mistakes. Even
the best and brightest amongst us. But, it's not a matter of the mind,but of the
heart. If we keep ourselves humble,if we allow ourselves to be teachable,if we
remain receptive to correction,then I believe God will work around the faux
pas and make something workable from our frequently boneheaded calls.(smiling
yet again)
Psalm 119:24 (ESV) 24 Your
testimonies are my delight; they are my counselors.
God Bless
.
Amen and God bless.
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