Acquiring Knowledge

The mind of the discerning acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seek it. Proverbs 18:15
 
There are two types of people: Those who seek knowledge and those who are self-willed and by their choice a seeker of self-gratification and self-promotion. A seeker of knowledge is humble and knows they do not know everything and have a hunger to learn.
 
When I come across a person who is unwilling to listen I wonder why. Are they a fool or are they locked into faith at a different level? The test of time alone will show whether they are indeed foolish or wise.
 
When we must work closely with another person we seek a common ground. This common ground is not in our yard, it may be in their yard or between the two. When the person we work with is insistent and unwilling to change, you may well have a problem. What is the answer? Frustration can cause you to lean on that person a little, then a little more and gradually apply pressure, to no avail, they become stubborn. Better to step back, take a breath and pray and humble yourself and allow God to reveal truth, you might just be wrong.
 
I am having this experience as I prepare for Nepal. My travelling companion is my antithesis. As I want the best outcome and know what God has indeed shown me and that these methods are tried and tested, but do they apply to everyone? I have stepped back and begun to pray, I will see. I might learn something or so might my colleague or both. I can trust the Lord to be God in the face of all outcomes.

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