PROVERBS 15

THE IMPORTANCE OF SEEKING WISE COUNSEL 

Solomon warns that harsh, hot-tempered words stir up wrath and strife, but answering softly and being slow to anger quiets contention. The words of the wise bring knowledge, but fools spew nonsense. The fool does not listen to their father or mother, but the wise consider advice and receive reproof. 

God draws near to those who seek His wisdom and hears the prayers of the righteous. But for the wicked, He is far from them, and their sacrifices are unacceptable. God will destroy the house of the proud, but preserve the land of the poor. 

Without wise counsel, plans will fail. Solomon encourages us to have many advisers if we want to find success. Whoever ignores guidance hates themselves, but the wise who listen will gain intelligence. All wisdom comes from God and starts with honoring Him.