Proverbs 12:1
Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge; but whoever hates correction is stupid.
Have you ever been told to respect your elders? There is good reason for that instruction. Our elders, or those that are older than us have lots of wisdom to share with us. They've had more experience, they've lived more life, and simply put, they just know more than we do. I can remember several times as a kid thinking I knew best and detesting what my parents had to say but then later realizing that they were right all along (that still happens even though I'm not a child anymore). We all have times in life, even as we get older, that we think we know best and end up finding out later that an older and wiser person was right. Those times are learning experiences for sure, but it should remind us that we have quite a bit to gain from the wisdom of others. Think of the people in your life that are older, wiser and willing to offer their correction to you. It can be frustrating, embarrassing and humbling but it can also be a chance for you to learn, grow and become better. No matter how old you are, there is someone older than you that you can gain wisdom, correction and advice from. Listen to it. Embrace it. Grow from it.
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