"Wisdom is the principal thing, therefore get wisdom: and in all your getting, get understanding." (
Wisdom is the principal thing, therefore get wisdom. Since wisdom is the principal thing, wisdom should be obtained before anything else. Wisdom should be my first priority. I should gain wisdom before I try to learn all the prophecies, theologies, histories, and mysteries of the Bible. Wisdom should be obtained before gold, silver, jewels, and riches. Wisdom is the principle thing. In fact, all of these things – gold, silver, jewels, and riches – should be expended in the pursuit of gaining wisdom, because it is more valuable than these things. No price is too high to be paid for her, no sacrifice too great.
- It is more valuable than gold - "My fruit is better than gold, yes, than fine gold; and my revenue than choice silver" (Proverbs 8:19).
- It is more precious than jewels - "For wisdom is better than rubies; and all the things one may desire cannot be compared to her" (Proverbs 8:11).
- It is more valuable than riches - "Riches and honor are with me; enduring riches and righteousness" (Proverbs 8:18).
So, what is wisdom? Wisdom is seeing the hand of God in every experience of life. (From “The Power for True Success: How to Build Character in Your Life,” p. 187)
Based on this definition, it is important to take the time to relate my experiences to God working in my life and to apply Scripture to those experiences. By doing this, I will grow in my understanding of how God works in my life and learn what He is trying to teach me.
In the next few blogs, I will discuss a Biblical plan to develop wisdom.
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