Day 7: Listening to Wise Counsel

Scripture:
Proverbs 12:15 (KJV) — “The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.”

Devotional:
Accepting correction is a sign of hard-won emotional maturity. Can you hear what the writer of Proverbs is saying? The foolish person does whatever seems right to them. They don’t seek out wise counsel, and they don’t listen to the instruction of those who know better.

The wise person, though? They turn to a trusted friend for advice. They pursue mentors who can invest in them. They seek out voices of wisdom when the road ahead feels uncertain. They’re not afraid to lean on a therapist or counselor when the weight of life feels too heavy to carry alone.

In the fight to find yourself, you will serve yourself well by learning to receive correction from wise and trusted guides. Their words may not always feel easy, but they can shape your growth, strengthen your spirit, and help you walk more confidently in who God created you to be.

Reflection Question:
Who are the trusted voices of wisdom in your life, and how can you position yourself to receive their guidance with humility?

Prayer:
Lord, give me a teachable spirit. Help me to welcome wise counsel, even when it challenges me. Surround me with mentors, friends, and guides who will sharpen me and remind me of who I am in You.