Watch Out For Woe

Woe unto them that are wise in their own eyes, and prudent in their own sight! Isaiah 5:21

It's funny how it's always just about the time we think we know something that we realize we've got it all backwards. It's so easy for us as human beings to think we've got a handle on things. We want to be right; we want to have the answers. But when we get to the place where we feel like we've got it figured out, we're setting ourselves up for a long, hard fall. I'm not saying to live in doubt and always be second guessing yourself--there's something to be said for confidence and conviction. But there's a fine line between confidence and pride. Be humble. Realize that your wisdom is beyond limited, no matter who you are or how long you've been at this thing. Be willing to accept--and even seek--advice from others. And be exremely cautious about relying on your own wisdom. "Woe" is not a place you want to go.