Proverbs 9:7-12

The wicked man punishes those who correct them. The wise man listens to the wisdom of God. Pray for the wicked that God will take care of the matter. He alone sees the whole of a situation. We only see in part.

The wisdom of God in the Holy Spirit teaches us the truth and gives us the ability to continue in it…help me to seek You daily!

In Proverbs, scoffers refuse correction. Their arrogance prevents them from obtaining wisdom. In contrast to the scoffer, the wise person accepts rebuke. Throughout Proverbs, the wise person exhibits wisdom by humbly looking to increase in wisdom. In Proverbs, one reward for wisdom is long life. The verse essentially warns that rejecting reproof occurs at one’s own peril. Faithlife Bible.

A scoffer or mocker is thoroughly set against wisdom and scoffs at the things of God. How should a person respond to a mocker? It is best not to respond at all. By contrast, a wise man accepts correction and responds with gratitude to the one who points out his error. A wise person always welcomes constructive criticism; by implication, he or she is also humble. The only appropriate way to approach the holy God is with fear, that is, reverence. You will feel the effects of your wisdom or foolishness directly; you cannot escape them. NKJ Bible.

Proverbs 9:7-12

7 “He who corrects a scoffer gets shame for himself,

And he who rebukes a wicked man only harms himself.

8 Do not correct a scoffer, lest he hate you;

Rebuke a wise man, and he will love you.

9 Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be still wiser;

Teach a just man, and he will increase in learning.

10 “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom,

And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.

11 For by me your days will be multiplied,

And years of life will be added to you.

12 If you are wise, you are wise for yourself,

And if you scoff, you will bear it alone.”

Job 28:28 | And to man He said,‘Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom, And to depart from evil is understanding.’ ”

Job 35:6 | If you sin, what do you accomplish against Him? Or, if your transgressions are multiplied, what do you do to Him?

Job 35:7 | If you are righteous, what do you give Him? Or what does He receive from your hand?

Psalm 111:10 | The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; A good understanding have all those who do His commandments. His praise endures forever.

Psalm 141:5 | Let the righteous strike me; It shall be a kindness. And let him rebuke me; It shall be as excellent oil; Let my head not refuse it. For still my prayer is against the deeds of the wicked.