“A man who hardens his neck after much reproof
Will suddenly be broken beyond healing.” Proverbs 29:1 (LSB)

The stubbornness of this foolish person is seen in the example of the prophet Eli’s sons, Hophni and Phineas, who were warned repeatedly, both by the general public, as well as by Eli himself (1Sam 2:12-3:11). They had become so brazen in their sin that they thought themselves to be above the law of God, and even above God himself, having no fear of his judgment. And as the proverb says, their judgment came upon them swiftly and like a pot smashed, was irreparably destroyed.

What’s the moral of the story? listen to those who bring to you correction. Don’t make excuses, shift the blame, play the victim, or get mad. See the grace of God in this friend who is loving you through correction.