Read Pro. 13:1
Dave's parents just left our house after being here for 4 days. They came to help us with the new house and at 82 years of age they can out work most people on the planet. They have always been quick to help and quick to give their advise. I find myself wanting to argue with them for position to make my own decisions but have to remind myself that they have lived longer than me and have learned much in their life and could possibly have a better idea. Through the years we have gained much insight and wisdom from watching them live their lives and hearing their instruction. I will have to admit that it is much easier to take their encouragements than to hear their rebukes but both have been a help. Godly parents or mentors are such a blessing if we humble ourselves to receive from them. Today's verse says that a wise son hears his father's instruction. The word instruction means "chastisement; reproof, warning or instruction; also restraint." That is hard to do sometimes but if we will heed their advise it will save us in the long run. The rest of the verse says that a scorner won't hear the rebuke. He will harden his heart and not be able to receive it. This is pride and we are commanded to be humble.
Lord, it is not easy to be humble because it goes against our human nature so we need your help. Give us a heart to be humble and recognize when our pride is starting to stand up.
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