It's been said that we can learn by experience---preferably other people's! But, how often do we make the same mistakes that countless others have made before us simply because we failed to recognize that if it was a mistake for them, it will likely be for us, too. Somehow we think that we can tweek their mistake and it won't have the same end result for us. This is where accepting wise counsel comes into play. We will all make mistakes, and that's an unavoidable fact; but, we don't have to make the same mistake that we've seen others make and witnessed the consequential results. Listen to those that have been there, girls! I know, I know, "But, Mrs. Kim, they're soooo old-fashioned! They're old-school! They do not know what's really going on in our generation!" While it is true that the younger ladies are facing much harder circumstances than we older ladies, the Scripture tells us that there is nothing new under the sun. The bottom line is this: older ladies have faced trials, temptations, difficulties, and sorrow. They can help you by sharing what they did wrong AND what they did right. Be wise; listen! When an older lady tells you something will bring you heartache, take heed! When someone counsels you that a path you're walking will lead you straight into the fast lane, pay attention! Don't take the attitude that, "Hey, it may be a mistake, but at least it will be MY mistake!"
"The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise."
Proverbs 12:15
Scripture Reading for the Day:
Proverbs 16
Matthew 23
Sometimes I find myself saying, "I know they made this mistake, but it would have worked if they didn't do this." While sometimes that may be the case other times I realize that by making the same mistake I have not learned anything. Today I read Matthew 23/ Proverbs 16.
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