20 Listen to advice and accept discipline,
and at the end you will be counted among the wise.
21 Many are the plans in a person’s heart,
but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails. Proverbs 19:20-21
How do you feel when you have someone giving you advice? Do you think that you don't need the advice, or what do they know about me? How is what they are going to say going to help me move forward? We tend to rely upon ourselves a lot I assume, and tend to think that no one knows what I am dealing with or going through. There are times when I am sure that we run from advice whether it is solicited or unsolicited. The thing about today's society is that there is not a lot of listening that takes place, but there sure is a lot of talking. Just because someone gives advice, doesn't mean we have to take it and apply it to our situation. However, God's Word is unfailing, and the advice given in His book is something we should definitely pay attention to regularly. While there is always someone who thinks they know better, there is always a God that knows your heart and where you stand. If you look for advice from our Savior, He will give it, even if it is something you may have not wanted to hear. Just like this scripture, the Lord's purpose in our life will prevail, so the advice He provides is best taken to heart. Keep in mind that listening for advice from others and our God are very different, but we need to open our minds to the information being offered.
Have a great weekend.
Matt
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