Day 2232 – Wisdom Nuggets – Proverbs 13:17-25 – Daily Wisdom

Welcome to Day 2232 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me.
This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom
Wisdom Nuggets – Proverbs 13:17-25 – Daily Wisdom
Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2232

Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2232 of our trek. The purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before.

In today’s Wisdom Nugget, I’m thrilled to continue our journey through the book of Proverbs, where we explore its timeless wisdom. Today, we’re delving into Proverbs 13:17-25 from the New Living Translation. So, fasten your hiking boots as we navigate the righteous and wicked paths in these verses.

In Proverbs 13:17-25, we continue our exploration of the characteristics and outcomes of living a life of wisdom. These verses provide valuable insights into the significance of our actions and attitudes.

Verse 17: “An unreliable messenger stumbles into trouble, but a reliable messenger brings healing.”

This verse sets the tone for the passage, emphasizing the contrasting outcomes of reliability and unreliability. An unreliable messenger stumbles into trouble, but a reliable messenger brings healing. It highlights the enduring value of dependability.

Verse 18: “If you ignore criticism, you will end in poverty and disgrace; if you accept correction, you will be honored.”

These verses focus on the response to criticism and correction. Ignoring criticism leads to poverty and disgrace, while accepting correction leads to honor. It underscores the value of humility and a willingness to learn and grow.

Verse 19: “It is pleasant to see dreams come true, but fools refuse to turn from evil to attain them.”

Here, we encounter the contrast between realizing dreams and refusing to turn from evil. It is pleasant to see dreams come true, but fools refuse to change their ways to attain them. It reminds us of the importance of moral character and self-improvement.

Verse 20: “Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble.”

These verses emphasize the impact of our associations. Walking with the wise leads to wisdom, while associating with fools leads to trouble. It highlights the importance of choosing our companions wisely.

Verse 21: “Trouble chases sinners, while blessings reward the righteous.”

This verse contrasts the experiences of sinners and the righteous. Trouble chases sinners, while blessings reward the righteous. It underscores the enduring value of righteous living.

Verse 22: “Good people leave an inheritance to their grandchildren, but the sinner’s wealth passes to the godly.”

These verses highlight the contrast in outcomes for good people and sinners. Good people leave an inheritance to their grandchildren, while the sinner’s wealth passes to the godly. It reminds us of the legacy we leave behind.

Verse 23: “The poor can farm little land, but diligent farmers can have more food than they can eat.”

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Welcome to Day 2232 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me.
This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom
Wisdom Nuggets – Proverbs 13:17-25 – Daily Wisdom
Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2232

Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2232 of our trek. The purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before.

In today’s Wisdom Nugget, I’m thrilled to continue our journey through the book of Proverbs, where we explore its timeless wisdom. Today, we’re delving into Proverbs 13:17-25 from the New Living Translation. So, fasten your hiking boots as we navigate the righteous and wicked paths in these verses.

In Proverbs 13:17-25, we continue our exploration of the characteristics and outcomes of living a life of wisdom. These verses provide valuable insights into the significance of our actions and attitudes.

Verse 17: “An unreliable messenger stumbles into trouble, but a reliable messenger brings healing.”

This verse sets the tone for the passage, emphasizing the contrasting outcomes of reliability and unreliability. An unreliable messenger stumbles into trouble, but a reliable messenger brings healing. It highlights the enduring value of dependability.

Verse 18: “If you ignore criticism, you will end in poverty and disgrace; if you accept correction, you will be honored.”

These verses focus on the response to criticism and correction. Ignoring criticism leads to poverty and disgrace, while accepting correction leads to honor. It underscores the value of humility and a willingness to learn and grow.

Verse 19: “It is pleasant to see dreams come true, but fools refuse to turn from evil to attain them.”

Here, we encounter the contrast between realizing dreams and refusing to turn from evil. It is pleasant to see dreams come true, but fools refuse to change their ways to attain them. It reminds us of the importance of moral character and self-improvement.

Verse 20: “Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble.”

These verses emphasize the impact of our associations. Walking with the wise leads to wisdom, while associating with fools leads to trouble. It highlights the importance of choosing our companions wisely.

Verse 21: “Trouble chases sinners, while blessings reward the righteous.”

This verse contrasts the experiences of sinners and the righteous. Trouble chases sinners, while blessings reward the righteous. It underscores the enduring value of righteous living.

Verse 22: “Good people leave an inheritance to their grandchildren, but the sinner’s wealth passes to the godly.”

These verses highlight the contrast in outcomes for good people and sinners. Good people leave an inheritance to their grandchildren, while the sinner’s wealth passes to the godly. It reminds us of the legacy we leave behind.

Verse 23: “The poor can farm little land, but diligent farmers can have more food than they can eat.”

This verse focuses on the impact of diligence. The poor can farm little land, but diligent farmers can have more food than they can eat. It emphasizes the value of hard work and perseverance.

Verse 24: “A refusal to correct is a refusal to love; love your children by disciplining them.”

These verses underscore the importance of correction and discipline in love. A refusal to correct is a refusal to love; love your children by disciplining them. It highlights the role of discipline in nurturing and guiding the next generation.

Verse 25: “The godly eat to their hearts’ content, but the belly of the wicked goes hungry.”

This verse contrasts the godly’s satisfaction and the wicked’s hunger. The godly eat to their hearts’ content, but the belly of the wicked goes hungry. It emphasizes the enduring value of righteous living.

As we reflect on Proverbs 13:17-25, we’re reminded that wisdom isn’t just theoretical knowledge; it’s practical and influences the choices we make in our daily lives.

Take a moment to consider these questions: How can you become a more reliable and dependable person? In what ways can you embrace humility and a willingness to learn from criticism and correction? Remember, wisdom equips us to make choices that lead to a life of purpose and fulfillment.

Let’s summarize the key takeaways from Proverbs 13:17-25:

Value of Reliability: An unreliable messenger stumbles into trouble, while a reliable messenger brings healing.
Humility and Learning: Ignoring criticism leads to poverty and disgrace; accepting correction leads to honor.
Moral Character: It is pleasant to see dreams come true, but fools refuse to turn from evil to attain them.
Wisdom in Associations: Walking with the wise leads to wisdom; associating with fools leads to trouble.
Contrasting Destinies: Trouble chases sinners, while blessings reward the righteous.
Legacy and Inheritance: Good people leave an inheritance to their grandchildren; the sinner’s wealth passes to the godly.
Value of Diligence: The poor can farm little land, but diligent farmers can have an abundance.
Discipline in Love: A refusal to correct is a refusal to love; love your children by disciplining them.
Contrasting Outcomes: The godly eat to their hearts’ content; the belly of the wicked goes hungry.


In closing, remember that wisdom equips us to make choices that lead to a life of fulfillment. As we continue our journey through the vast landscapes of wisdom, may we embrace reliability, humility, and righteous living.

Thank you for joining me on this leg of our Wisdom-Trek. I hope these verses have inspired you to actively embrace wisdom’s call and make her a daily presence in your journey. As we continue our journey, may we navigate life’s challenges with wisdom and grace.

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As we take this trek together, let us always:

Live Abundantly (Fully)
Love Unconditionally
Listen Intentionally
Learn Continuously
Lend to others Generously
Lead with Integrity
Leave a Living Legacy Each Day


I am Guthrie Chamberlain reminding you to Keep Moving Forward, Enjoy Your Journey, and Create a Great Day Everyday! See you next time for more wisdom from God’s Word!