Pro 28:23 | MHM | STEP | The Value of Honest Correction This section teaches us about the difference between flattery and honest correction. It shows that while flattery may feel good at first, it is not truly helpful. Honest correction might hurt at first, but it brings respect and real benefit in the end. v. 23 : People who flatter others may be liked for a short time, but later, those who were flattered will dislike them when they realize the harm it caused. If someone is ashamed of their wrong actions or pride that was encouraged by flattery, they will soon see that the flatterer only wanted something for themselves. On the other hand, someone who gives honest correction may upset a friend at first. Being told about our faults can make us angry for a moment. But later, when we think about it, we will see that this was actually a kindness. The Bible says, He that rebukes a man shall afterward find more favor than he that flatters with the tongue . Just like a patient is thankful to the surgeon after the wound is healed, people will respect and value those who correct them with honesty.

‏ Proverbs 28:23

The Value of Honest Correction

This section teaches us about the difference between flattery and honest correction. It shows that while flattery may feel good at first, it is not truly helpful. Honest correction might hurt at first, but it brings respect and real benefit in the end.

v. 23: People who flatter others may be liked for a short time, but later, those who were flattered will dislike them when they realize the harm it caused. If someone is ashamed of their wrong actions or pride that was encouraged by flattery, they will soon see that the flatterer only wanted something for themselves. On the other hand, someone who gives honest correction may upset a friend at first. Being told about our faults can make us angry for a moment. But later, when we think about it, we will see that this was actually a kindness. The Bible says, He that rebukes a man shall afterward find more favor than he that flatters with the tongue . Just like a patient is thankful to the surgeon after the wound is healed, people will respect and value those who correct them with honesty.