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#823 Read the instructions | Proverbs 13
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- The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas
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- Jul 13, 2026
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- 1977
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Read the Instructions | Proverbs 13 Wisdom That Could Save You Years of Frustration Have you ever ignored the instructions because you thought, "I've got this," only to realize later that the mistake was completely avoidable? In this episode of The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas , we're diving into Proverbs 13 , where timeless biblical wisdom teaches us why following instructions, seeking wise counsel, staying humble, and applying what we learn can transform every area of our lives. I have to confess something... When Brooklyn and I moved to Carlsbad, our kids were little enough to sleep in bunk beds, so we headed to IKEA to pick one up. Like every responsible dad, I carefully laid out every piece, organized every screw, and diligently read every page of the instructions... Yeah... not even close. I skimmed the instructions just enough to get started. Once I felt confident, my ego whispered those dangerous words: "I got this." Everything seemed perfect until I reached the very last piece. It didn't fit. Naturally, I did what any mature adult would do... I blamed IKEA. Surely they forgot a part. After a few minutes of frustration, I swallowed my pride, went back to the instructions, and discovered the truth. Every piece was there. Every step was there. The only thing missing... ...was my willingness to keep reading and applying what was already in front of me. That lesson has followed me far beyond building furniture. Proverbs 13 reminds us that wisdom isn't just hearing truth—it's applying it. In this episode we talk about: Why following instructions is a sign of wisdom, not weakness. How pride quietly convinces us we don't need guidance. Why wise counsel always beats isolated confidence. The power of diligence over laziness. Why successful people talk ab…