Insight is essential for handling both routine and one-off situations. Without learning from experience every decision becomes a one-of-a-kind process. The Precept Explained You’ve heard “been there, done that.” It’s a short-handed way of saying I’ve already had that experience. Or, I’ve been through this before. Meaning, I’ve been in this industry long to recognize […]
Unfortunately, there’s no quick-and-easy way to a good character. Instead, it requires a slow-and-steady approach. In fact, Ecclesiastes 7.4 says character building is hard work. The Precept Explained My reputation is everything. Thus, a good name is important, Ecclesiastes 7.1. As such, a good name shows who I am inside. And, it enables me to […]
Of all the heavy things you can think of, anger is one of the worst! As it turns out, the anger of the foolishly unteachable is a weight they drag around all the time. The Danger of Stones What are stones good for? Well, they’re useful for building a stone wall. For instance, see Proverbs […]
To be quickly angered is foolish. Conversely, critical thinking avoids angry outburst because critical thinkers are self-controlled. Traits of Critical Thinkers Critical thinking is an important personal attribute for a leader. As such, it’s mentioned in Proverbs several times. I’m interpreting the Hebrew word arum as critical thinking. Depending on the version of scripture, the […]
Proverbs 23.2-3 is a warning. Specifically, to be self-aware and discerning in social settings. Remember, discern before you eat! Be self-aware enough to know your own weaknesses. Also, be discerning enough to recognize deceit. Proverbs 23.2-3 paraphrase The Precept Explained I must control my desires when the opportunity is “too good to be true”! Hence, […]