The ABCs of Wisdom–Part 1
The building blocks of wisdom are clearly and carefully enunciated in Proverbs 3:3-12. Consider carefully what the fundamental components of wisdom are: Send article as PDF
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The Authority and Blessings of Wisdom
Every field of study—economics, mathematics, medicine, chemistry, et. al—has its fundamentals. Like the foundational building blocks that amino acids are to proteins, each sphere of inquiry has its ABC’s. Wisdom, the art of living life acceptably before God, is no exception. …
The Manifold Blessings of Wisdom
Actions have consequences. When God said, “Let there be light”, there was light (Genesis 1:3). If a person prizes, prioritizes, and pursues wisdom (Proverbs 2:1-4), he will understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God (Proverbs 2:5). But,…
What a Shield!
Embedded at the heart of idolatry is the implicit belief that there is someone or something that is equal or superior to Jehovah. This is categorically untrue. There is none like Him nor is there any God besides Him (2nd Samuel 7:22). …
God and Wisdom
Repeated foolishness is like a dog that returns to its vomit (Proverbs 26:11). Therefore, God clearly desires all people to pursue wisdom and enjoy its manifold blessings. Proverbs 2:6-9 beautifully describes the wondrous relationship between God and wisdom. It is written: “For…
The Conditions of Wisdom
Like nitroglycerin, what the word “if” lacks in size, it makes up for in potency. The pursuit of wisdom is not a trivial one; its possession is not accidental. The promise it offers—”Then you will understand the fear of the Lord, and find…
The Truth about Wisdom–Part 2
Personifying wisdom as a woman, Solomon begins the book of Proverbs by stating several important truths about wisdom. In the last post, the following facts were considered Send article as PDF
The Truth about Wisdom–Part 1
Solomon begins the book of Proverbs by personifying wisdom as a woman (Proverbs 1:20-33). Since there is a natural, yet mysterious attraction between males and females (Proverbs 30:18-19), Solomon is implying that his son ought to be innately interested in and a willing pursuer…
The First Steps on the Path of Wisdom
The first way in which the fear of the Lord is to be expressed in a person’s life is in a child’s relationship to his parents. The blessings of knowledge and wisdom that the fear of the Lord initiates begin to be enjoyed…
God’s Portrait of a Fool
Life’s ultimate decision is: Am I going to believe and follow God’s instruction, or am I going to trust human wisdom and imitate my peers? Every person must choose. Every person does choose. Send article as PDF