Proverbs 25 - Exercise Restraint

 

Proverbs 25 – Exercise Restraint

 

The fact that God, who knows all things, has chosen to conceal certain things from humankind should cause people to further glorify Him. (Rom. 11:33). He is finite, we are not.

 

We are to uphold the wisdom – and beauty- of exercising restraint in everything from conversations with authority to legal disputes to neighborly conduct. To settle disputes out of court is wise. But it is especially advisable for Christians, because to drag someone hastily into court hinders their witness. (I Cor. 6:1-11). That is what the world does; God’s people should act differently. The wise leader gets rid of evil associates and does what is right. Humility leads to honor, but self-promotion leads to shame.

 

The right words spoken at the right time in the right setting can be pleasing and beautiful (Isa 50:4). Do not be a neighborhood pest, troublemaker. Be dependable.

Long forbearance means patience, self-restraint, or moderation. In other words, a person who wants to persuade should not talk too long or say too much. A gentle tongue can be very powerful.

 

To help one’s enemy is not a natural inclination, but here it is commanded. (Matt. 5:44).

 

A backbiting tongue produces anger and can ruin a person’s work, character, and livelihood. (Psalm 101:5).

 

A curse was commonly believed to be activated once it was uttered. The Bible teaches that the power of a blessing or a curse depends on the power of the one behind it.

 

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