“He who passes by and meddles in a quarrel not his own is like one who takes a dog by the ears” (Proverbs 26:17).
It is never wise to meddle in other people’s business, especially when you are uninvited. Suffering as a Christian glorifies God (1 Pet. 4:16). Suffering because you are a busybody/meddler in other people’s matters does not (1 Pet. 4:15).
Being concerned and wanting to help others are noble characteristics. Arbitrarily appointing yourself to be the one who oversees what belongs to another is not virtuous. It is as foolish as putting your face inches a way from the mouth of a dog who does not know you and then vigorously rubbing behind its ears. You are asking for trouble and will probably get more than you wanted.
