Proverbs 29 Reflections
by Ayeni Feranmi
One verse that gripped my heart deeply is the very first:
> "Whoever remains stiff-necked after many rebukes will suddenly be destroyed—without remedy." – Proverbs 29:1 (NIV)
Correction is not infinite. If repeatedly ignored, a point may come when change is no longer possible. That is a sobering reality. This verse reminds me that there’s a limit to how many times we can reject wise counsel before consequences catch up with us—sometimes irreversibly.
Another striking insight is the caution against scoffing, mocking, and gossip. These habits have been dressed in new clothes, now often referred to as mere “gist” or “banter.” But let’s not be deceived—unguarded words can still set entire lives on fire. This echoes the powerful warning in James 3:6.
> NLT: “And among all the parts of the body, the tongue is a flame of fire. It is a whole world of wickedness, corrupting your entire body. It can set your whole life on fire, for it is set on fire by hell itself.”
> TPT: “And the tongue is a fire! It can be compared to the sum total of wickedness and is the most dangerous part of our human body. It corrupts the entire body and is a hellish flame! It releases a fire that can burn throughout the course of human existence.”
These are not just poetic warnings—they’re urgent calls to intentional speech. Our words hold more weight than we often realize. Let’s speak with purpose, love, and caution. Words shape destinies.
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