I Get Into Trouble When ...

"There is a path before each person that seems right, but it ends in death." --Proverbs 14:12

"The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and suffer for it." --Proverbs 27:12

I did a little self-evaluation today, trying to be prudent and see how and when I get myself into trouble.  Very humbling exercise but hopefully it will prevent some suffering.

Here's what I came up with ... I get into trouble (mental, spiritual, relational, etc.) when ...

• I forget God's Word is powerful, sufficient, and true.


• I try to impress people.


• I try to prove myself to people.


• I let my emotions overrule my beliefs.


• I act like it all depends on me.


• I talk too much.


• I try to do important things or have meaningful conversations when I am hungry, angry, or tired.


• I am not still before God.