The Lord says,
    “I will instruct you.
     I will teach you the way that you should go.
     I will advise you as my eyes watch over you.
⁹ Don’t be stubborn like a horse or mule.  
They need a bit and bridle in their mouth to restrain them, 
or they will not come near you.”
(Psalm 3:8-9 -- GW)