Day 192 Wise Talkin’ | Proverbs 16:21-22

Wise Talkin’

21 

The wise of heart is called discerning, and

sweetness of speech increases persuasiveness.

22 

Good sense is a fountain of life to him who has it,
     but the instruction of fools is folly.

Verse 21

Another translation of the second line is, ‘Pleasant words persuade people.’

A wise person is sensible, because he is careful. He thinks about his actions, and obtains advice.

People like to listen to pleasant words. They can learn from nice words. If we are careful, we can use pleasant words to teach the Christian message. See Matthew 10:16.

Verse 22

Solomon does not only mean the life of our bodies. Rather, he means the life, or energy, of our spirits. Knowledge helps us to respect God. Our spirits are more important than our bodies, because our bodies will die. (See Luke 12:4-5.) However, if we trust in God, our spirits will continue to live, in heaven.

In the first proverb, wise-hearted people are called prudent, meaning they think ahead practically. Wise people follow God's guidance on how to live in His creation, and it's smart to meet the Creator's expectations. It's obvious that students learn better from a kind teacher than a mean one.

Verse 22 says wisdom brings understanding, which leads to a good life. But a fool brings foolishness, leading to rebellion, punishment, and death.

Let me ask you: society often doesn't link religion to wisdom. For non-believers, religion seems irrational and impractical. But what's more practical than seeking a rich life now and after death? The alternative is looking for meaning in scientific ideas that say life is just random events in chaos. Which would you choose

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