When cold weather arrives each winter, its not uncommon to see each breath you take. In the context of a conversation, every now and then you will encounter an individual who is not teachable, disregarding your advice. Thus, instead of wasting your breath, you have to learn to move on until the timing is right.
Stay away from a fool, for you will not find knowledge on their lips. – Proverbs 14:7
Whether you are a coach, parent or teacher, it won’t be long until one of your pupils questions your authority. Ignorance, pride and self-confidence are the usual suspects, making children think they know it all. Rather than talking in vain, sometimes you how to wait until humility arrives before your words will be heard.
In the mouth of the foolish is a rod of pride: but the lips of the wise shall preserve them. – Proverbs 14:3
However, when the fall does come, responding with “I told you so” won’t win you any fans. As the opportunity arises, make sure your words are full of grace, Colossians 4:5-6, softening harden hearts. In the meantime, don’t waste your breath until this day arrives, when the prodigal comes to their senses, Luke 15:17.
by Jay Mankus
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