Allowing Cooler Heads to Prevail

Scripture:
A fool’s displeasure is known at once,
but whoever ignores an insult is sensible.
Proverbs 12:16

Observation: This very straightforward proverb has an obvious meaning. When a fool is offended or angered, he reacts and responds. However, it is wiser to allow insults and offenses without immediate response. This is a lesson to not respond to something in your anger, but rather to allow emotions to pass and eventually think clearly about the offense and if/when/how to respond.

Application: I chose this today as this can be a weakness of mine. I am often quick to respond to almost any and all situations and statements, especially when I get agitated. I have to prepare my mind for situations where I know people will attack my team, work, of decisions, in order to temper my responses. This is simply a good reminder today ... stay calm in the midst of insults and attacks, and wait for a time for unemotional conversations to occur.

Prayer: Lord, I ask this day for your forgiveness in all matters. Be it my thoughts, words, or actions, I know I fail to obey your guidance, laws, and wishes. Please forgive me for my sins and failures. Amen.