Pro 25:12 “As an
ear-ring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprove upon an obedient
ear.”
Abigail (1 Sam 25) was a wise reprover of David’s passion.
And according to his own principal (Psa 141:5 “Let the righteous smite me, it shall be a
kindness.”) David utilized an obedient ear. Never was such an admonition either better given or better
taken on David’s behalf. Like David, we must be quick and able to give thanks to
God when we are sent a reproof against a sinful way (1 Sam 25:32). David was
blind to the great danger his actions of vengeance towards Nabal was putting
himself in. David had solemnly vowed the
death of Nabal. He did evil to make such a vow but would have done worse if he
had performed it. The wise man will hear reason, and let that rule him, even though
it may come from inferior sources. While some may take reproof patiently, few
often take it with the thankfulness of David and acknowledge it was God’s favor
towards us in sending them. No matter
how right we think we are, we must always “be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to
wrath.” (Jam 1:19). A moment of patience in a moment of anger will often
save a hundred moments of regret.
Be willing to listen in order to understand, and not just
for an opportunity to reply!
HSAY… Todd
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