Jeremiah 23:3 – 4

“I myself will gather the remnant of my flock out of all the countries where I have driven them and will bring them back to their pasture, where they will be fruitful and increase in number. I will place shepherds over them who will tend them, and they will no longer be afraid or terrified, nor will any be missing,” declares the L ORD.

Jeremiah 3:15 Then I will give you shepherds after my own heart, who will lead you with knowledge and understanding.

Jeremiah 10:21 The shepherds are senseless and do not inquire of the L ORD ; so they do not prosper and all their flock is scattered.

Proverbs 15:22 Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.

Getting and Giving Advice

1. Start with our Great Shepherd first

The shepherds are senseless and do not inquire of the L ORD ; so they do not prosper and all their flock is scattered. Jeremiah 10:21

1. Start with our Great Shepherd first The shepherds are senseless and do not inquire of the L ORD ; so they do not prosper and all their flock is scattered. Jeremiah 10:21 Both as a Giver and as a Getter of Advice: Seek advice from the Great Shepherd first.

2. Understand how and why advice works.

Proverbs 12:15 The way of a fool seems right to him, but a wise man listens to advice.

Proverbs 13:10 Pride only breeds quarrels, but wisdom is found in those who take advice.

2 Corinthians 8:10 And here is my advice about what is best for you in this matter:

2. Understand how and why advice works. Advice is not: Weakness Permission Control Scripture

2. Understand how and why advice works. Advice is not: Weakness Permission Control Scripture Advice is: Wise and practical Opportunity to grow in our relationships Exercise of our faith

2. Understand how and why advice works. Advice is not: Weakness Permission Control Scripture Advice is: Wise and practical Opportunity to grow in our relationships Exercise of our faith Both as a Giver and as a Getter of Advice: Understand how and why it works.

3. Personally accept the wisdom of getting and giving advice.

A wise man has great power and a man of knowledge increases strength; for waging war you need guidance, and for victory, many advisers. Proverbs 24:5 – 6

3. Personally accept the wisdom of getting and giving advice. A wise man has great power and a man of knowledge increases strength; for waging war you need guidance, and for victory, many advisers. Proverbs 24:5 – 6 Both as a Giver and as a Getter of Advice: Get your own convictions about its value.

I have a Great Shepherd and he has also given me shepherds. I want to be a shepherd to others.