Series: Enhancing Your Emotional Intelligence
The Kind of Person You Are
May 12, 2019 | Bob Kerrey
Passage: Proverbs 18:1-24
Big Idea: Listening determines the kind of person you are.
Proverbs 18 (ESV)
2 A fool takes no pleasure in understanding,
but only in expressing his opinion.
13 If one gives an answer before he hears,
it is his folly and shame.
15 An intelligent heart acquires knowledge,
and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.
Series Information
Navigating relationships well is vital to success and enjoyment in life. Harvard Business Review calls such emotional intelligence, "the key attribute that distinguishes outstanding performers."
Proverbs 18 is chock full of valuable advice for friendships, listening, fair-mindedness, humility, compassion, conflicts, and work.