Proverbs 29:1 1/8/2019*

 "Whoever remains stiff-necked after many rebukes will suddenly be destroyed—without remedy."

Are you stubbornly doing the same thing over and over, and hoping for a different outcome? Is there a habit or an emotion that constantly ruins things you try to accomplish?

Arrogance causes us to push ahead even when we know we are wrong. This verse warns us to stop.  This passage says that there is a limit to the number of times you can ignore advice before it becomes expensive. 

A new year calls for a new outlook.  This year pursue humility.

Humility clears your ears. It allows you to hear people who are trying to turn you away from destructive behaviors.

Humility will allow you to respond to a rebuke, instead of reacting to it.

In most athletic events there is someone who sits high in a press box and radios down what they observe to those involved in the contest.  Successful teams have knowledgeable people in this position, pay attention to what they say, and adjust accordingly.

If you wish to be successful listen to good advice.  Make it your goal to have intentional conversations with people who have a good vantage point from which to watch your life, and who will deepen you. 

Find someone who can be a “press box guy” in your life. And when you are rebuked don’t be stiff-necked …. listen and adjust.

The Cross has given you freedom from the power of sin - so reject sin when it is pointed out to you.

Humility will give you wisdom. Arrogance will destroy you.
… It’s your choice.

“Insanity Is Doing the Same Thing Over and Over Again and Expecting Different Results.”
-Anonymous