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Welcome to Day 2217 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me.\nThis is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom\nWisdom Nuggets \u2013 Proverbs 11:9-15 \u2013 Daily Wisdom\nWisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2217\n\nWelcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2217 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before.\n\nIn today\u2019s Wisdom Nugget, I\u2019m excited to continue our journey through the book of Proverbs, where we explore its timeless wisdom. Today, we\u2019re diving into Proverbs 11:9-15, from the New Living Translation. So, get ready to lace up your hiking boots as we uncover the guidance of wisdom in these verses.\n\nIn Proverbs 11:9-15, we continue our exploration of the characteristics and outcomes of living a life of wisdom. These verses provide valuable insights into how wisdom influences our interactions and relationships.\n\nVerse 9: \u201cWith their words, the godless destroy their friends, but knowledge will rescue the righteous.\u201d\n\nThis verse opens with a powerful contrast. The godless use destructive words that harm their friendships, while knowledge, which is often a result of wisdom, rescues the righteous. It underscores the importance of our words and the value of knowledge in building and preserving relationships.\n\nVerse 10: \u201cThe whole city celebrates when the godly succeed; they shout for joy when the wicked die.\u201d\n\nHere, we see the impact of righteousness on a community. The success of the godly brings joy to the whole city, whereas the demise of the wicked is a cause for celebration. It highlights the positive influence of living a life of righteousness on our surroundings.\n\nVerse 11: \u201cUpright citizens are good for a city and make it prosper, but the talk of the wicked tears it apart.\u201d\n\nThis verse further emphasizes the positive influence of upright citizens in a city. They contribute to its prosperity. In contrast, the wicked\u2019s words and actions have a destructive effect, tearing the city apart. It underscores the importance of our actions in shaping our communities.\n\nVerse 12: \u201cIt is foolish to belittle one\u2019s neighbor; a sensible person keeps quiet.\u201d\n\nWe encounter a familiar theme here\u2014the folly of belittling one\u2019s neighbor. Sensibility involves keeping quiet rather than demeaning others. It reinforces the value of respect and kindness in our interactions with those around us.\n\nVerse 13: \u201cA gossip goes around telling secrets, but those who are trustworthy can keep a confidence.\u201d\n\nThis verse addresses the issue of gossip and trustworthiness. Gossips spreads secrets, often causing harm, while trustworthy individuals can be relied upon to keep confidence. It reminds us of the importance of discretion and trust in our relationships.\n\nVerse 14: \u201cWithout wise leadership, a nation falls; there is safety in having many advisers.\u201d\n\nThese verses highlight the significance of leadership and counsel in the context of a nation. Wise leadership is essential for a nation\u2019s stability, while safety is found in seeking advice from many counselors....