DAILY TEXT, Today Sunday, January 21, 2024, Those who hold fast to wisdom will be called happy (Prov. 3:18).

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Sunday January 21, 2024

Those who hold fast to wisdom will be called happy (Prov. 3:18).

True Christians must follow the instructions of the organization. The Bible gives this practical advice: “You will wage your war with wise guidance; with many counselors there is success” (Prov. 24:6, notes). Let's think about how applying this principle helps us be successful in our work of preaching and teaching the truth. Instead of doing ministry our own way, we try to follow the suggestions given to us. We receive wise guidance in Christian meetings, where we can learn much from Bible-based talks and demonstrations presented by our brothers. In addition, Jehovah's organization provides us with publications and videos that help people understand the Bible. How we appreciate the good advice found in the Word of God! What would we do without them? Let us always be determined to follow the wisdom of God (Prov. 3:13-17). w22.10 23 paras. 18, 19.

What do we learn from Proverbs 4:23?

Living according to God's wisdom always benefits us. As we have seen, Jehovah makes his wise counsel available to all of us. For example, in the pages of the book of Proverbs, he gives us advice that is valid in all times and that improves our lives if we apply them. Let's examine just four of those wise pieces of advice.

Let's protect our symbolic heart. The Bible says, “More than anything else, protect your heart, for from it spring the fountains of life” (Prov. 4:23). Let's think about what it takes to take care of our literal heart. We should eat healthy foods, get enough exercise and avoid bad habits. We must do something similar to take care of our symbolic heart. We must feed ourselves every day on the Word of God. We also need to prepare for, attend, and participate in Christian meetings. Additionally, we remain active in the ministry. And we avoid bad habits by staying away from anything that can contaminate our minds, such as immoral entertainment and bad company.

Why is the counsel at Proverbs 23:4, 5 so practical today?

Let's be happy with what we have. The Bible gives this advice: “Do not go out of your way to get riches. […] When you set your eyes on them, they disappear, because they will surely grow wings like those of an eagle and fly away through the sky” (Prov. 23:4, 5). Material goods can be easily lost. Still, today both rich and poor are obsessed with making money. This concern often leads them to behave in ways that damage their reputation, their relationships with others, and even their health.​—Prov. 28:20; 1 Tim. 6:9, 10. On the other hand, wisdom helps us have a balanced view of money. This protects us from greed and helps us to be content with what we have and to be happy (Eccl. 7:12).

How can we acquire “the tongue of the wise,” mentioned in Proverbs 12:18?

Let's think before we speak. If we are not careful, we can do a lot of harm with what we say. The Bible notes: “Words spoken without thinking are like the blows of a sword, but the tongue of the wise heals wounds” (Prov. 12:18). If we avoid gossiping about the faults of others, we will maintain good relationships with others (Prov. 20:19). For what we say to heal instead of hurt, we must fill our hearts with the knowledge of God's Word (Luke 6:45). When we meditate on the counsel of the Bible, our words can become like a source of refreshing wisdom to others (Prov. 18:4).

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