It has been said that a teachable spirit is a key trait for success with God and men/women. Both King David and Solomon emphasized it. We are born ignorant, so we must be taught everything. Growth requires change, and change requires criticism and reformation.

When I started my blog, Blogging with Jerry in 2021, it was birthed to inspire others to take a chance at moving forward from their past of fear to a time when they could be the person that they had desired to be. It is my prayer that I have done that without swaying too much.

Since then, I am happy to say that I have written over 50 posts. I have leaned toward one of the phrases that Dr. Doug Chatham, a professor at Beula Heights University (seminary) used to say often. “Lord, give me a teachable Spirit.”   

As the book of Proverbs was being introduced, King Solomon listed the various intents of this collection of wise sayings. But in the midst of those purposes, he inserted this challenge, “Let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance” (Proverbs 1:5).

Stop being a “know it all.” Even when you know something allow the other person to impart their knowledge or opinion. There may come a time when you are on your road to failure, with all sorts of spectators around who could steer you in the way of success, but allow you to continue on your way.

Why, because no one appreciates a know it all. They may tolerate you. Most of the Worlds experts know almost everything there is to know about one thing, or species. In Beetles of the world, Maxwell Barclay and Patrice Bouchard— two of the world’s foremost beetle experts. They are entomologist, called A Coleopterist.

‘It is impossible for a man/woman to learn what he thinks he already knows (Epictetus).” Don’t underestimate the power of passion, it gives wings to a dream, makes the impossible possible, and turns obstacles into opportunities.”

If you did not do well on your last year’s resolutions, and want to a head start on your next New Year’s Resolution, make it a point to surround yourselves with positive minded people. “A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones (Proverbs 17:22)”.