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Welcome to Day 2228 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me.\nThis is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom\nWisdom Nuggets \u2013 Proverbs 13:1-8\xa0\u2013 Daily Wisdom\nWisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2228\n\nWelcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2228 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 uncover its timeless wisdom. Today, we\u2019re exploring Proverbs 13:1-8 from the New Living Translation. So, please put on your hiking boots as we delve into the profound impact of words and actions.\n\nIn Proverbs 13:1-8, we continue our exploration of the characteristics and outcomes of living a life of wisdom. These verses provide valuable insights into the power of our words and actions.\n\nVerse 1: \u201cA wise child accepts a parent\u2019s discipline; a mocker refuses to listen to correction.\u201d\n\nThis verse sets the tone for the passage, emphasizing the contrasting responses to discipline and correction. A wise child accepts a parent\u2019s discipline, while a mocker refuses to listen. It highlights the importance of humility in receiving guidance.\n\nVerse 2: \u201cWise words will win you a good meal, but treacherous people have an appetite for violence.\u201d\n\nThese verses highlight the contrast between wise words and treacherous actions. Wise words lead to provision, while treacherous people are inclined toward violence. It underscores the value of speaking with wisdom and integrity.\n\nVerse 3: \u201cThose who control their tongue will have a long life; opening your mouth can ruin everything.\u201d\n\nHere, we see the power of our words to influence the course of our lives. Controlling one\u2019s tongue leads to a long life, while speaking recklessly can lead to ruin. It reminds us of the importance of thoughtful communication.\n\nVerse 4: \u201cLaziness leads to a sagging roof; idleness leads to a leaky house.\u201d\n\nThese verses focus on the consequences of laziness and idleness. Laziness leads to a neglected roof, while idleness results in a leaky house. It emphasizes the value of diligence and hard work.\n\nVerse 5: \u201cA good person hates falsehood, but a wicked person is loathsome and remains in disgrace.\u201d\n\nThis verse contrasts the attitudes toward falsehood. A good person hates falsehood, while a wicked person is loathsome and remains in disgrace. It underlines the enduring value of honesty and integrity.\n\nVerse 6: \u201cRighteousness guards the person of integrity, but wickedness overthrows the sinner.\u201d\n\nThese verses underscore the protection provided by righteousness. Righteousness guards the person of integrity, while wickedness overthrows the sinner. It emphasizes the importance of living a life of moral character.\n\nVerse 7: \u201cSome who are poor pretend to be rich; others who are rich pretend to be poor.\u201d\n\nHere, we see the contrast in appearances. Some who are poor pretend to be rich, while others who are