Being Wise and Careful

Opening Verse

“A prudent man foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself; but the simple pass on, and are punished.” – Proverbs 27:12 (KJV)

Introduction

This verse from Proverbs tells us about the importance of being careful and thinking ahead. It shows how smart people try to avoid problems, while others who don’t think ahead might face trouble.

Devotional Story

Think about a man named Oscar who lived in a village where floods happened often. While others didn’t worry much about the floods, Oscar remembered how bad they could be. He built a wall around his house to keep the water out. People laughed at him, saying it wasn’t needed. But then, heavy rains caused a big flood. Many homes got damaged, but Oscar’s house was safe. His smart planning kept his family safe.

What This Means

Proverbs 27:12 is about being wise and planning ahead. It’s about seeing dangers before they happen and doing something about it. This isn’t just for physical dangers, but also for other things in life like friendships, habits, or decisions.

Think About This

Is there anything in your life where you might be ignoring warnings or risks? Maybe a habit or a friendship that could be harmful? What steps can you take to keep yourself and your loved ones safe?

Prayer

Dear God, please give me the wisdom to see dangers and make smart choices. Help me to be careful and to look after myself and others. Teach me to be aware and make good decisions. Amen.

Closing Verse

“The simple believeth every word: but the prudent man looketh well to his going.” – Proverbs 14:15 (KJV)