This passage warns us against fools. When we rely on our sinful nature, we become foolish so quickly. We can’t discern who around us is a fool, nor that their ways will lead to trouble and disaster. Rather, when dealing with foolish people, we should let them receive God’s discipline. We should not stoop down to their level and argue with them. Moreover, don’t choose a foolish person to send an important message, don’t expect a fool to understand wisdom even though you try to teach them, and don’t hire a fool or a drunkard. There are so many ways that we let our guard down and suffer when we rely on fools.

Do you see a man who’s wise in his own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for him. Sometimes, we are the most foolish people because we become stuck, and we think we know it all. This was the devil and his angels’ mistake. We should always be growing, learning, repenting, and gaining wisdom to be a better version of what we were yesterday. This protects us from becoming fools with no hope.
Application: Father, thank you for giving me wisdom to avoid foolish people and their ways. Help me to learn from your words and imitate wise people.
One Word: Don’t rely on fools, nor become foolish