Wisdom

Not Wise in Your Own Eyes

"Do not be wise in your own eyes."
Proverbs 3:7

Reflection

Whoever thinks they know everything is usually the last to notice they were wrong. Humility is part of being smart.

Prayer

Lord, keep me from the pride of thinking I know it all. Amen!

Talk about it as a family

  1. What happens when someone thinks they know everything?
  2. Why is humility part of being smart?
  3. What is something you were wrong about?

5-minute activity

Do a quick quiz with surprising facts, like "Is a tomato a fruit?" Talk about how even grown-ups learn new things. Read Proverbs 3:5-7.

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