Pro 11:14 | MHM | STEP | The Importance of Wise Counsel This section explains how important it is for a nation or any group to have wise advice and good leaders. Without guidance, people can easily fall into trouble, but with many good advisors, there is safety and success. This is true for both large groups and for our personal lives. v. 14 : When there is no good advice or planning, people are in danger. If leaders do not consult with others, or only think about their own interests, the people fall . They become divided, fight among themselves, and are easily defeated by enemies. But when there are many wise counselors who work together and care about everyone’s good, there is safety . Different people see different dangers and solutions, so their advice helps everyone make better decisions. Even in our own lives, it is wise to seek advice from others. If several people agree, we can feel more confident in our choices. If they disagree, we can learn from all sides and decide more wisely.

‏ Proverbs 11:14

The Importance of Wise Counsel

This section explains how important it is for a nation or any group to have wise advice and good leaders. Without guidance, people can easily fall into trouble, but with many good advisors, there is safety and success. This is true for both large groups and for our personal lives.

v. 14: When there is no good advice or planning, people are in danger. If leaders do not consult with others, or only think about their own interests, the people fall. They become divided, fight among themselves, and are easily defeated by enemies. But when there are many wise counselors who work together and care about everyone’s good, there is safety. Different people see different dangers and solutions, so their advice helps everyone make better decisions. Even in our own lives, it is wise to seek advice from others. If several people agree, we can feel more confident in our choices. If they disagree, we can learn from all sides and decide more wisely.