Wisdom Shared
"Oil and perfume make the heart glad, and the sweetness of a friend comes from his earnest counsel.” - Proverbs 27:9
One of the greatest gifts we can give to others is godly counsel born from the wisdom God has given us.
Solomon compares earnest counsel from a friend to oil and perfume that make the heart glad. Good advice from someone who loves us and seeks our best interests is refreshing and encouraging. It brings clarity to confusion and hope to discouragement. This is why God places wise people in our lives and why He calls us to be wise counselors to others.
The key word here is "earnest," which means sincere, serious, and heartfelt. This is not casual advice or quick fixes but thoughtful counsel that comes from someone who has invested time in seeking God's wisdom and understanding our situation. It requires both wisdom and love to give counsel that truly helps.
Think about someone in your life who might benefit from your counsel and encouragement. Reach out to them today, not with quick answers but with a listening ear and a heart willing to share the wisdom God has given you.
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for the wise counselors You have placed in my life. Help me be that kind of friend to others, offering earnest counsel that comes from Your wisdom and my love for them. Give me discernment to know when to speak and when to listen, and let my words bring gladness and hope to those who need encouragement. In Jesus' name, Amen.
One of the greatest gifts we can give to others is godly counsel born from the wisdom God has given us.
Solomon compares earnest counsel from a friend to oil and perfume that make the heart glad. Good advice from someone who loves us and seeks our best interests is refreshing and encouraging. It brings clarity to confusion and hope to discouragement. This is why God places wise people in our lives and why He calls us to be wise counselors to others.
The key word here is "earnest," which means sincere, serious, and heartfelt. This is not casual advice or quick fixes but thoughtful counsel that comes from someone who has invested time in seeking God's wisdom and understanding our situation. It requires both wisdom and love to give counsel that truly helps.
Think about someone in your life who might benefit from your counsel and encouragement. Reach out to them today, not with quick answers but with a listening ear and a heart willing to share the wisdom God has given you.
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for the wise counselors You have placed in my life. Help me be that kind of friend to others, offering earnest counsel that comes from Your wisdom and my love for them. Give me discernment to know when to speak and when to listen, and let my words bring gladness and hope to those who need encouragement. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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