A caution sign warns us:

• Slow down.
• Be careful.
• Watch for danger ahead.

So does the expression better safe than sorry.

Taking precautions now may prevent regrets later.

How many times have we taken actions we should not?

We know better, but we ignore the warning signs.

• We drive too fast.
• We eat too much.
• We exercise too little.
• We ignore our doctor’s advice.

All can result in tragedy.

Tragedy may be prevented with a little extra caution.

• Drive slower.
• Eat less.
• Exercise more.
• Follow medical advice.

Yet, we people are stubborn creatures, aren’t we? We blunder along. We think It’s my life, and I’ll do as I please.

It is our life. We have only one. Let’s make it the best one possible — better safe than sorry.

“Whoever listens to me will live in safety and be at ease, without fear of harm” (Proverbs 1:33 NIV).

Thanks to Emily Akin for another great suggestion.

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