Proverbs 9

"Whoever corrects a mocker receives abuse.
Whoever warns a wicked person gets hurt.
Do not warn a mocker, or he will hate you.
Warn a wise person, and he will love you.
Give advice to a wise person,
and he will become ever wiser.
Teach a righteous person,
and he will learn more.

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.
The knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.

You will live longer because of me,
and years will be added to your life.
If you are wise, your wisdom will help you.
If you mock, you alone will be held responsible."

Are You a Wise Person or a Mocker??

You can tell by the way you respond to criticism.
Instead of tossing back a quick put-down or clever response when rebuked, listen to what is being said. Learn from your critics; this is the path to wisdom. Wisdom begins with knowing God. He gives insight into living because He created life.

To KNOW God is not just to know the facts about him, but to stand in awe of him and have a relationship with him. Do you really want to be wise? Get to know God better and better. Look at James 1:5 or 2 Peter 1:2-4 for further study.