Know well the condition of your flocks, and give attention to your herds—Proverbs 27:23
If you were an Israelite when Proverbs was written, it’s likely that your flocks would be a sign of your wealth. A wise owner would hire good and thoughtful shepherds who would watch over and care for their livestock. It was important for every one of them to be accounted for and protected.
In the same way, a wise person is going to give thoughtful care to their finances and portfolios. So much is lost from want of diligent attention.
This article was originally published on October 31, 2016 by CDFAcapital.org. Article re-posted with permission. Click here to read the original article.