" TO GIVE OR TO RECEIVE COUNSEL "

Blessings to you and those in whom you care most about. This week we're talking about giving or receiving Counsel. We all need someone in whom we can count on for their wisdom when we are stuck. I personally have a Small Group of Brothers in whom I value their Wisdom and Knowledge Immensely. We all from time to time re-read the Book Of Psalms and glean knowledge. You know, life has two roads, the life of the faithful person which is contrasted by the life of the faithless person. Those who diligently try to obey God's will are blessed. Now, God doesn't judge people on the basis of Race, Sex, or National Origin. He judges them on the basis of their faith in him and their response to his Revealed Will. Recognize that God's Wisdom guides their lives. In, contrast, those who don't trust and obey God have meaningless lives that blow away like dust. There are only two paths of life before us - God's way of obedience or the way of rebellion and destruction. Be sure to choose God's path because the path you choose determines how you will spend eternity. A good leader needs and uses wise counselors. One person's perspective and understanding is severely limited; he or she may not have all the facts or may be blinded by bias, emotions, or wrong impressions. To be a wise leader at home, at church, or at work, seek the counsel of others and be open to their advice. Then, after considering all the facts, make your decision. " The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man is he who listens to Counsel " (Prov. 12:15). Until Next Time... Jim,