Proverbs 4 - Wisdom Guides You

 

Proverbs 4 – Wisdom Guides You

 

The key to getting wisdom is to understand that no one has it to start with; God provides it. This also means that anyone can acquire wisdom who will pursue it (Matt. 13:44). Wisdom is not achieved by one choice, it is a journey of many steps, a path upon which a person openly receives truth. Jesus continually spoke of people who had ears to hear but did not listen (Matt 11:15). The wise will apply an attentive ear to God’s Word, hearing with their hearts and minds.

 

The way of light and the way of darkness are clearly marked out, those who seek wisdom will be able to discern- and keep discerning which path is safe. Christians who walk the path of light may lose their footing, but God quickly shines on the problem. Those who stumble in the darkness have no way of discerning what has tripped them up.

 

The wise person encourages others to hear the Word of God and find wisdom. The father received wisdom when he was a boy, and he admonished his children to do the same. Live today so that your counsel and example will influence others and help them live wisely.

 

When you have wisdom, you have protection and promotion and you will have the freedom to make progress. As you obey His Word, the light will get brighter on the path of life. But this is not true if you are on the path of the wicked.

 

Solomon emphasized having your whole person controlled by God’s Word, (Col. 3:16). This will guide you on the right path and keep you from detours.

 

 

 

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