The Harm of Self-Isolation

Hopewell Associate Reformed Presbyterian

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What does self-isolation do? Proverbs 18:1–12 looks forward to the midweek sermon. In these twelve verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that self-isolation hurts you, and hurts others. Proverbs 18 contrasts the destructive power of the fool's tongue with the life-giving wisdom of the righteous, revealing how pride and isolation lead to ruin. In vv1–12, the fool, who seeks only his own desires and rejects wise counsel, exposes himself in ways that invite contempt, dishonor, and reproach, turning his speech into a snare for his own soul. His words, likened to deep, murky waters, obstruct truth, promote partiality, and fuel conflict, ultimately destroying both himself and the community. In contrast, the wise person, marked by humility and trust in God, builds relationships and finds safety in divine authority, reflecting how true honor flows from submission and faith. The devotional calls believers to guard their speech, resist gossip, and embrace humility as the path to lasting wisdom and blessing.

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