- 6 Wounds from a friend can be trusted, but an enemy multiplies kisses.
- 6 Wounds from a friend can be trusted,
Our true friends' corrections may cause us discomfort and hurt, but are for our own good.
This emphasizes the value of honest feedback and correction from someone who genuinely cares for us. True friends prioritize our well-being over our immediate comfort and are willing to risk temporary tension to guide us toward better choices.
- but an enemy multiplies kisses.
Enemy'e praises and goodwill are harms in disguise. They mislead us, make us proud and then self-deception, complacency, and negligence.
- Lessons：
- #1 Differentiate External Actions and Internal Intention
Not every pleasant action or word comes from a place of genuine care. It's important to discern the motivation behind people's behavior. A friend who offers hard truths out of love holds a far higher value than someone who flatters with ulterior motives.
- #2. Seek Growth Over Comfort
Embrace constructive criticism from those who truly care. While it may be difficult, it's essential for personal and spiritual growth. On the other hand, be wary of excessive praise or approval from those whose intentions may not align with your well-being.
- Summary：
- This verse teaches that while the truth may hurt, it is preferable to the deceitful comfort of flattery. True friendship is marked by a willingness to tell hard truths, whereas false affection can lead to harm masked as kindness.
- Prayer:
- Lord, help me value the truth spoken by loving friends, even when it is hard to hear. Grant me discernment to recognize genuine care and to be humble enough to accept correction. Protect me from the deceit of empty flattery and guide me to seek growth and wisdom over comfort. Amen.
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