Day 302 Foolish Fools | Proverbs 26:4-6

Send us Fan MailFoolish Fools4 Don’t answer the foolish arguments of fools,     or you will become as foolish as they are.5 Be sure to answer the foolish arguments of fools,     or they will become wise in their own estimation.6 Trusting a fool to convey a message     is like cutting off one’s feet or drinking poison!Proverbs teaches that fools hate wisdom (1:7, 1:22, 10:21, 23:9) and don't care about gaining understanding (18:2). In Proverbs 26:4-5, we find two verses that seem to contradict each other, but actually complement each other. The first warns us not to lower ourselves to a fool's level by engaging in their kind of argument, which often involves deceit, mockery, or anger. If we do, we end up looking just as foolish.However, verse 5 tells us that there are times when we should challenge a fool. To answer "according to his folly" means we need to point out the foolishness of their words, so they and others can see how ridiculous their argument is.In short, ignore a fool if their foolishness isn't causing harm, but speak up if their words could lead to a bad outcome. And remember, verse 7 advises against using a fool to deliver important messages.As Plato once said, “Wise men speak because they have something to say; fools because they just want to talk.” Let me ask you: Do you have something meaningful to say?If you want daily truth in a raw, simple format… come follow us on TikTok at Wisdom for the Day — RAW.Real truth. Real moments. Real God.@wisdomforthedaySupport the showWebsite at https://wisdom.buzzsprout.comSupport the show and Community MembershipI Love You!See Ya!