The counsel in today's text reflects the wisdom tradition of Solomon, urging readers to avoid unnecessary conflicts.
The text emphasizes walking in wisdom, trusting God, and showing kindness and peace in relationships.
It warns against unnecessary quarrels and unjust disputes, which stem from pride, envy, or suspicion rather than true grievances.
It shows that God values peace living and fairness in relating with others.
Those who live wisely will avoid stirring up Strife where there is no wrongdoing, thereby reflecting God's character of peace.
Therefore, it is unwise to look for trouble by contending with someone for no reason.
The outcome of such act may not be pleasant
We live in a world where we cannot do without relating with others.
The fact that we have different backgrounds and upbringings necessitates the need for peaceful living through maturity and understanding.
Quarreling with someone who has not offended us is unnecessary.
Therefore, we as believers are called to be peacemakers, and not troublemakers.
In daily life, this means refusing to escalate arguments at work, in the family, or among friends when no real harm has been done.
Instead of reacting with quarrel to every slight action, we are to choose love and tolerance.
When we unjustifiably quarrel with everyone around us, we tend to end up our lives full of regrets and guilt.
Therefore, it is necessary to know that a peaceful life is stronger than a life full of unnecessary contentions.
Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called children of God.
Almighty, God give me grace to live peacefully with others.
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