Our wisdom for today is taken from Proverbs 19:2.
“Even zeal is no good without knowledge, and he who hurries his footsteps misses the mark.”
Passion is a powerful force, capable of driving great change and inspiring others. However, as Proverbs 19 reminds us, enthusiasm or zeal without knowledge can lead us astray. This truth is powerfully illustrated in the story of Moses and the Egyptian. Witnessing injustice, Moses acted on his passionate impulse to defend the oppressed. Yet his zeal, unchecked by wisdom, resulted in a hasty action with painful consequences.
Like a car without a skilled driver, our passions need the guidance of knowledge to reach their full potential. Moses’ experience teaches us that even well-intentioned actions, when not tempered by understanding, can lead to terrible outcomes. To truly make a lasting impact, we must harness our enthusiasm with the compass of wisdom, allowing our zeal to be directed by knowledge and discernment.
Imagine how different our lives could be if we paused to seek understanding before acting on our impulses. By allowing wisdom to guide our passions, we can ensure that our efforts lead to positive and lasting change.
I’m Lonnie Davis and these are thoughts worth thinking.