Know the Facts
“Spouting off before listening to the facts is both shameful and foolish.” “Intelligent people are always ready to learn. Their ears are open for knowledge.”– Proverbs 18:13, 15 The Living Translation
We come across many people today who speak before they engage their brain. They speak without knowing any actual facts, only unverified rumor. This may be inadmissible in a court of law, but the public places credence in it anyway. Perhaps it’s because we want to believe the worst in others. People do way too much assuming which can end up being a tenuous road to travel.
There are 3 very basic principles you can use to make a sound decision before responding: 1) Make sure you get all the facts before you answer; 2) Be open minded to what is being said to you and 3) Make sure to hear both sides of the story without allowing preconceived notions or unsubstantiated information taint your thought process. These principles all center on seeking additional information. Until that info is acquired we must keep our opinions to ourselves.
Those who seek the truth will hold their tongue until fully informed. Those who shoot first and ask questions later end up with egg on their face more times than not. Until you know the facts you don’t really know anything at all. As Christians we must set the example for proper behavior when dealing with the dissemination of information. Until next time, walk with the King and be a blessing!
Resources: The Life Application Study Bible; www.biblegateway.com; the American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language.
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