Forsake Foolishness And Live

“Whoever is simple, let him turn in here!” as for him who lacks understanding, she says to him,

“Come, eat of my bread and drink of the wine I have mixed.

Forsake foolishness and live, and go in the way of understanding.

“He who corrects a scoffer gets shame for himself, and he who rebukes a wicked man only harms himself.

Do not correct a scoffer, lest he hate you; rebuke a wise man, and he will love you.

Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be still wiser; teach a just man, and he will increase in learning.

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.

For by me your days will be multiplied, and years of life will be added to you.

If you are wise, you are wise for yourself, and if you scoff, you will bear it alone.”

Ecclesiastes 9:4-12

Death is an excellent reminder of life, and life is a gift.

We can also enjoy our work. Solomon advised, “Whatever your hand finds to do, or job or role in life, do it with all your might.” Whatever your vocation, we can still do things that matter, and do them well. We can encourage people, pray, and express love with sincerity each day.

This is the day the Lord has made. Rejoice and be glad.

Our Daily Bread – September 21, 2015