Read Pro. 17:25-28
Proverbs is the book of good verses evil and the consequences of sin verses the blessings of walking righteously. Today we read that a foolish son will drive his father to anger and his mother to sadness. That is true when it comes to earthly fathers, but the father of the prodigal son represented God and he never gave up waiting for his son to come home. He laid down his anger and embraced the son he loved and welcomed him back with gifts and a party.
The last two verses have to do with our mouths once again. If you understand life and are mature then you realize you don't have to share everything you know. Sometimes it is better to be quiet. People will wonder what you are thinking and think that you are wise. They will discern your excellent spirit and honor you. Even if you are ignorant and keep your mouth shut people will think you know something and still honor you. It is hardest to keep your mouth shut when you have an opinion and know you are right. That is when if you can keep your mouth shut, you are most mature. There are times to speak out and God will show you when that time is; usually when you are asked.
Lord, help us to keep our mouths shut and our opinions to ourselves unless you want us to share; then let it be with love and humility.
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