"The fear of
the Lord is the beginning of knowledge."
Proverbs 1:7
When I am faced with difficult decisions or challenges, I
ask myself this question: "What is
the wise thing to do?" You see, WISDOM is gaining Gods perspective
on life and applying it to our particular circumstances. The book of Proverbs clearly reveals Gods
divine perspective on many of today's most pressings issues – morality,
marriage, parenting, work, relationships, and finances, to name a few. The
Scriptures are wisdom. They teach us who God is and reveal how He acts and
thinks. They instruct us to distinguish right from wrong; they give clear
guidelines for practical living. His Word is counsel from heaven for our lives
on earth.
When I seek to apply God's wisdom, I can experience God's
success, rather than my failure. His order and peace replaces my confusion, and
I learn how to lean on his faithfulness instead of succumbing to my fears or
worries. There are two types of Wisdom:
Godly Wisdom and the World’s Wisdom. The
wisdom of the world always leads to chaos and confusion but keeping my eyes on
the Lord and seeking to know His ways will lead to peace.
Recognize and Ask
Our Heavenly Father is not reluctant to share his counsel
with us. In fact, James 1:5-6 reminds us if anyone lacks wisdom, we can confidently ask for hi insight
and He'll provide it in a timely manner. This is an awesome promise that every Christian can claim. When we find ourselves in situations that are
beyond our understanding, there is a life line: God will give wisdom to those
who realize their need. We must come to
grips that we lack wisdom and then heavenly knowledge will open up. It may come
through a variety of ways, but when it comes we must not doubt God’s answer. He
has promised to give it, but we need to receive God’s wisdom as boldly as we
ask for it.
No Greater Riches
Nothing can compare to knowing and obeying the wisdom of
God. It is more profitable than
silver and yields better returns than gold Proverbs 3:14. There is no greater blessing known to man
than knowing and obeying the wisdom of God.
Silver and gold will only satisfy momentarily. When we do this one thing, other things in
our lives will line up and we will be fulfilled.
I want to challenge you to read the corresponding chapter to
each day of the month from Proverbs. Follow its instructions and you'll be
blessed and you'll be a blessing to others as you obey God's leading in your
life.
PRAYER: I am grateful for who you are and what you have done for me. I
need your wisdom every day. Bring together the pieces of my life with a new
appreciation of your Word and a fresh commitment to obedience. I know that
fearing you does not mean I am afraid of you but that I have respect and revere
your majestic name. You have that you'll give me the discernment and insight I
need as I grow in my reverence for you. Father I want to build my life on the
wisdom of your Word. Amen!
