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Welcome to Day 2235 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Wisdom Nuggets – Proverbs 14:8-14 – Daily Wisdom  Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2235 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2235 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.   In today’s Wisdom Nugget, I’m delighted to continue our journey through the book of Proverbs, where we uncover its timeless wisdom. Today, we’re delving into Proverbs 14:8-14, from the New Living Translation. So, let’s lace up our hiking boots as we explore the paths of the wise and the foolish in these verses. Pause… In Proverbs 14:8-14, we continue our exploration of the characteristics and outcomes of living a life of wisdom. These verses provide valuable insights into the significance of our choices and attitudes. Verse 8: “The wise understand the road ahead and take it; the fool wanders aimlessly.” This verse sets the tone for the passage, emphasizing the contrast between those who plan and those who wander aimlessly. The wise understand and take the road ahead, while the fool meanders without direction. It highlights the enduring value of wisdom in decision-making. Pause… Verse 9: “Fools make fun of guilt, but the godly acknowledge it and seek reconciliation.” These verses focus on the attitudes toward guilt. Fools make fun of guilt, but the godly acknowledge it and seek reconciliation. It underscores the importance of humility and seeking forgiveness. Pause… Verse 10: “Each heart knows its own bitterness, and no one else can share its joy.” Here, we see the uniqueness of each person’s emotions and experiences. Each heart knows its own bitterness, and no one else can share its joy. It reminds us of the depth and complexity of our individual journeys. Pause… Verse 11: “The house of the wicked will be destroyed, but the tent of the godly will flourish.” These verses contrast the outcomes for the wicked and the godly. The house of the wicked will be destroyed, while the tent of the godly will flourish. It underscores the enduring value of living a righteous life. Pause… Verse 12: “There is a path before each person that seems right, but it ends in death.” This verse highlights the potential deception of our own judgment. There is a path before each person that seems right, but it ends in death. It emphasizes the importance of seeking wisdom and guidance. Pause… Verse 13: “Laughter can conceal a heavy heart, but when the laughter ends, the grief remains.” These verses focus on the contrast between laughter and grief. Laughter can conceal a heavy heart, but when the laughter ends, the grief remains. It reminds us of the depth of our emotions and the need for authenticity. Pause… Verse 14: “Backsliders get what they deserve; good people receive their reward.” This verse emphasizes the contrasting outcomes for backsliders and good