“There is a path before each person that seems right, but it ends in death.” –Proverbs 14:12
“The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and suffer for it.” –Proverbs 27:12
I did a little self-evaluation today, trying to be prudent and see how and when I get myself into trouble. Very humbling exercise but hopefully it will prevent some suffering.
Here’s what I came up with … I get into trouble (mental, spiritual, relational, etc.) when …
- I forget God’s Word is powerful, sufficient, and true.
- I try to impress people.
- I try to prove myself to people.
- I let my emotions overrule my beliefs.
- I act like it all depends on me.
- I talk too much.
- I try to do important things or have meaningful conversations when I am hungry, angry, or tired.
- I am not still before God.