“Like a dog that returns to its vomit, a fool does the
same foolish things again and again.” (Proverbs
26:11,
ERV)
Vomiting is a very common problem in
dogs and cats. There are many causes of vomiting. Primary or gastric causes of
vomiting are those that are due to diseases of the stomach and upper intestinal
tract. Secondary or non-gastric causes of vomiting are caused by diseases of
other organs that cause an accumulation of toxic substances in the blood. These
toxic substances stimulate the vomiting center in the brain causing the animal
to vomit.
A problem that can be confused with
vomiting is regurgitation. Vomiting is the ejection of contents of the stomach
and upper intestine. Regurgitation is the ejection of contents of the
esophagus. The esophagus is a narrow, muscular tube that food passes through on
its way to the stomach. A dilated esophagus does not effectively move food to
the stomach and the animal will regurgitate food usually shortly after eating.
The food may also be inhaled into the airways causing pneumonia and cough. Just
like dogs regurgitate, and then eat it so a person who is considered a fool is
likely going to repeat their idiotic actions again on a constant basis unless
the horrible pattern is stop. There are five kinds of fools in scripture. Do
you fit one of these descriptions?
The Simple Fool-“The prudent see danger and take refuge, but
the simple keep going and pay the penalty.” (Proverbs 22:3. NIV) The simple fool opens his mind to any passing thought and opens his arms to any
passing stranger. In other words, he lacks discernment. He has an
over-simplified view of life and fails to recognize the cause-and-effect
sequences that affect every area of life. Because the simple fool is not
discerning, he is easily captivated by all kinds of enticements and deceptions.
He is dangerously immature, extremely
gullible, and intensely curious. In the absence of instruction and consistent
discipline, the simple fool will naturally become more foolish. A simple fool
is especially vulnerable to seduction, lacking an understanding of the
irreversible consequences of moral failure
The Silly Fool-“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge,
but fools despise wisdom and instruction.” (Proverbs 1:7, NIV)The
mouth of a silly fool often gets him in trouble. When things go wrong for a silly fool, he becomes angry, resulting in more damage. A silly fool believes that his own way of thinking is right so much so that he reacts to
instruction when it is offered. Argument, persuasion, and advice from well-meaning
friends fail to convince silly fools of error. Proper correction by
authorities, which publicly shames the silly fool, will more often be effective
in helping him change his ways.
The Sensual Fool-“A fool finds pleasure in wicked schemes,
but a person of understanding delights in wisdom.” (Proverbs 10:23, NIV)One who rejects the correction of parents or other
authorities will become a sensual fool. This
fool denotes a
person who seems determined to make wrong choices. He does not have a mental deficiency, but rather rejects
the wisdom of God. The sensual fool’s focus is on that which brings him immediate
pleasure. He glories in that of which he should be
ashamed of. A sensual
fool is unreasonable. As a silly fool, his mouth got him into trouble. Now, as a sensual
fool, his mouth gets him into more trouble. Scripture gives more warnings about
the sensual fool than about any other type of fool. His motives and methods are subtle. He should be avoided, because
those who follow him will be led astray. Severe
punishment is prescribed for the sensual fool.
The Scorning Fool-“Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in
the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers.” (Psalm 1:1, NIV)The scorning fool’s facial expressions communicate the disdain and contempt he
has in his heart toward his authorities, including parents, civil authorities, and God. This type of fool not only has
rejected truth.
He also has embraced that which is offensive to God. The scorning fool utterly detests people and ideas
that contradict his false thinking, and he
expresses his scorn through derisive attitudes, behavior, and speech. The scorning fool turns a deaf ear to reprimand. Those who attempt to lead the
scorning fool away from the path of destruction that he seems determined to
follow will suffer his anger. A scorner must be punished for his own sake and for the sake
of those whom he can potentially influence.
The Steadfast Fool-“The fool says in his heart, ‘There is no God.’
They are corrupt. Their deeds are vile. There is no one who
does good.” (Psalm 14:1, NIV)The most dangerous type of fool is a steadfast fool. A steadfast fool totally rejects God and His ways. This type of fool is
self-confident and close-minded. He is his own god freely gratifying his sensual desires. It is his goal to draw as many others as possible into his
evil ways. Attempts to
reprove him will be futile and bring frustration to the one who tries to
influence him. Only God can successfully reprove a steadfast fool.
“Fools are quick
to express their anger, but wise people are patient and control themselves.” (Proverbs
29:11, ERV)[i]
[i] Sources used:
·
“Vomiting pets” by Washington State University
·
“What are five types of fools?”
by The Institute in Basic Life Principles
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