Brent Riggs - Saying What's On Your Mind

Brent Riggs - Saying What's On Your Mind

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Proverbs 12:16 A fool's wrath is known at once, But a prudent man covers shame. (NKJV)

Foolishness is lack of wisdom. Foolish behavior manifests itself in various forms and choices.

"A fool's wrath is known at once..." In other words, fools shoot off their mouths every time they feel like it, especially when they are mad, offended or insulted. Fools will often be heard bragging about how they "say what's on their mind" or "tell it like it is."

Why is it so foolish to have a quick and sharp tongue? What's the problem here?

"It shows a lack of self control

"It reveals that a person has not learned temperance and meekness

"It means this person hasn't matured past the point of being constantly on guard of their feelings

"It is evidence that self is the top priority - self has not been "crucified in Christ"

Someone who is easily or frequently annoyed and irritated is primarily motivated by "self concern." They find themselves annoyed because another person spoke ill of them or did not say what should have been said. They become irritated when events happen that do not revolve around them or benefit them in any way. They are frequently impatient, voicing criticism when things don't happen exactly the way they want.

A foolish person is quickly irritated or annoyed, and he is quick to tell you about it.

In addition, they will almost always have a great reason for their irritation, and they will be glad to tell you about that as well.

On the contrary, a wise man is thoughtful in response, and as a rule, overlooks insults or offenses. The wise man has eternal interests at heart and is more concerned with leading the other person closer to God. The wise man is not concerned with making sure everyone knows he is mad or offended. This wise person sees others through the Lord's eyes and discerns the spiritual need that is underlying the behavior. A wise man loves others enough to see past the offense and into the sin that needs to be dealt with.

1 Peter 4:8 And above all things have fervent love for one another, for "love will cover a multitude of sins." (NKJV)

A fool is worried about his own personal feelings. The wise man's concern is to help the offender turn to the Lord. The fool feels justified in his impatience and irritation. The wise man does not worry about how he feels, but his goal is to do what God would do.

Philippians 2:3-4 Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others. (NKJV)

If you find yourself easily offended and often irritated, and you make sure everyone around you knows about it, then you need to examine who is sitting on the throne of your life. Being quick to anger and frequently annoyed at people are evidence that "self interest" is the king of your life, not Christ.

About the Author:
G. Brent Riggs, author of "Life Without Debt", "Desperation Station" and SeriousFaith.com has over 20 years experience as an business owner, teacher, personal growth coach and mentor. You can contact him from his main website: http://www.gbrentriggs.com



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