Read: Proverbs 17:27-18:15
Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: and he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding. Proverbs 17:28 KJV
Spiritually, peace is an inner state of well-being and calm.
How “Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: and he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding” (Proverbs 17:28 KJV).
There will be times in our lives when we have to keep from speaking.
And there will be times when we should listen and be slow to speak.
When we do, we are careful to speak to the purpose.
Showing ourselves to be wise.
Proverbs 18:15 tell us, “the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.”
We have a good temper and know how to govern our tongues.
Being careful of what we say.
God knows our hearts and the unwise feelings that may abound therein.
He cannot be deceived.
Always remembering the Bible tells us, “In the mouth of the foolish is a rod of pride: but the lips of the wise shall preserve them” Proverbs 14:3 KJV.
A WORD OF PRAYER
Father, we know that there are times when it is better for us not t speak. It is sometimes hard to do but it is the best way to keep the peace within. Help us to listen to You and Your Word. Teach us Your wisdom. Letting the ability to know when to be quiet prevails in our lives. We want to be counted as wise .
In Jesus’ Name We Pray, Amen