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Welcome to Day 2338 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me.\nThis is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom\nWisdom Nuggets \u2013 Proverbs\xa029:8-14\xa0Daily Wisdom\nWisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2338\n\nWelcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2338 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\n \n\nIn today\u2019s Wisdom Nugget, I will guide you through the vast landscapes of biblical wisdom. Today, we\u2019ll be exploring Proverbs 29:8-14 from the New Living Translation.\n\nIn these verses, we\u2019ll uncover insights into the consequences of wickedness, the blessings of wisdom, and the importance of humility.\n\nSo, let\u2019s not delay any further. Let\u2019s dive into the wisdom of Proverbs.\n\nVerses 8-9:\n\n\u201cMockers can get a whole town agitated, but the wise will calm anger. If a wise person takes a fool to court, there will be ranting and ridicule but no satisfaction.\u201d\n\nThese verses contrast the behavior of mockers with that of the wise.\n\nHow can we understand the consequences of mockery and the blessings of wisdom?\n\nRecognize the destructive nature of mockery and ridicule, which only serve to agitate and stir up anger. Instead, choose wisdom and discernment, which have the power to calm and diffuse tense situations. Avoid engaging in mockery and ridicule, knowing that it leads to strife and conflict. Seek to be a peacemaker and a source of calm in your interactions with others, knowing that it reflects the wisdom of God. When faced with foolishness and folly, choose to respond with patience and understanding, rather than resorting to anger and retaliation.\n\nNow, let\u2019s explore verses 10-11.\n\n\u201cThe bloodthirsty hate blameless people, but the upright seek to help them. Fools vent their anger, but the wise quietly hold it back.\u201d\n\nThese verses highlight the contrast between the actions of the bloodthirsty and the upright.\n\nHow can we understand the importance of seeking to help the blameless and exercising restraint in anger?\n\nSupport the Blameless and Exercise Restraint: Recognize the importance of standing up for the blameless and seeking to help them, even in the face of opposition and hatred. The bloodthirsty harbor hatred towards the blameless, seeking to harm and destroy them. In contrast, the upright seek to support and assist the blameless, showing compassion and kindness towards them. Choose to exercise restraint in your anger, knowing that it reflects wisdom and maturity. Avoid venting your anger and frustration impulsively, as it only leads to further conflict and harm. Instead, choose to respond with calmness and self-control, knowing it diffuses tension and promotes peace.\n\nAnd finally, let\u2019s turn our attention to verses 12-14.\n\n\u201cIf a ruler pays attention to liars, all his advisers will be wicked. The poor and the oppressor have this in common\u2014 the Lord gives sight to the eyes of both. If a king judges the poor fairly, his throne will last forever.\u201d\n\nThese verses emphasize the importance of leadership, integrity, and justice.\n\nHow can we understand the significance of leadership, integrity, and justice?\n\nSeek Wise Counsel, Value Integrity, and Uphold Justice: Recognize the importance of seeking...