How do we pass on wisdom to others? Teachers do it all the time, but to be successful they must find ways to engage the attention of their students. Likewise, ministers look for ways to hold the interest of the listeners. We can’t force our messages onto others.

How do we respond when friends or relatives ask us for advice? I’ve always been hesitant about giving advice. What if someone follows my suggestion and it doesn’t work out well? As Will Rogers said, “Never miss a good chance to shut up.”

Before the internet, we depended on others to provide knowledge. Sure, there were books on various...