I have been spending much time in the pursuit of wisdom recently, on a wide variety of topics. I've found that we often confuse wisdom with knowledge. In many ways, wisdom comes only from experience, from trial and error. However, we could save ourselves from the agony of trials and actually trade trial for triumph by pursuing wisdom from God. "Knowing God results in every other kind of understanding. 'I, wisdom, will make the hours of your day more profitable and the years of your life more fruitful.' Wisdom is its own reward, and if you scorn her, you only hurt yourself." Proverbs 9:10-12
The Bible clearly conveys access and importance of God as our source of wisdom: "For the Lord grants wisdom! His every word is a treasure of knowledge and understanding. He grants good sense to the godly - his saints. He is their shield, protecting them and guarding their pathway. He shows how to distinguish right from wrong, how to find the right decision every time. For wisdom and truth will enter the very center of your being, filling your life with joy." Proverbs 2:6-10
Yet more often than not I find myself searching for knowledge in both institutional and experiential ways, foregoing seeking God's wisdom. I am working to shift this dynamic. I know from experience that life is so much sweeter when I trust the word of God. "The man who knows right from wrong and has good judgment and common sense is happier than the man who is immensely rich! For such wisdom is far more valuable than precious jewels. Nothing else compares to it. Wisdom gives: a long, good life, riches, honor, pleasure, peace." Proverbs 3:13-17 Hey! I absolutely want my life to be full of these things. Don't you?
Proverbs repeatedly insists common sense and good judgment are coupled with wisdom - sort of a golden triad. So, wisdom is complex. You must trust God and not be foolish! Gotta love that. "Have two goals: wisdom - that is, knowing and doing right - and common sense. Don't let them slip away, for they will fill you with living energy and bring you honor and respect." Proverbs 3:21-22 ”Getting wisdom is the most important thing you can do! And with your wisdom, develop common sense and good judgment.” Proverbs 4:7
Best wishes!
Today's Photo: Seek Wisdom from the Lord
"If you want favor with both God and man, and a reputation for good judgment and common sense, then trust the Lord completely; don't ever trust yourself. In everything you do, put God first, and he will direct you and crown your efforts with success." Proverbs 3:3-6
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