What does Proverbs 13:18 mean?

Proverbs 13:18 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 13:18 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Poverty and shame shall be to him that refuseth instruction: but he that regardeth reproof shall be honoured.

16Every prudent man dealeth with knowledge: but a fool layeth open his folly.

17A wicked messenger falleth into mischief: but a faithful ambassador is health.

18Poverty and shame shall be to him that refuseth instruction: but he that regardeth reproof shall be honoured.

19The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul: but it is abomination to fools to depart from evil.

20He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.

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