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13 Spouting off before listening to the facts    is both shameful and foolish.15 Intelligent people are always ready to learn. Their ears are open for knowledge.17 The first to speak in court sounds right—  until the cross-examination begins.--- Proverbs 18:13,15,17 NLT These concise statements give three basic principles for making sound decisions: (1) Get the facts before answering; (2) be open to new ideas; (3) make sure you hear both sides of a story before judging. All three principles center around seeking additional information. This is difficult work, but the only alternative is prejudice---judging before getting the facts.--- NLT Life Application Study Bible notes