Proverbs 2:6–7: For the Lord gives wisdom; From His mouth come knowledge and understanding; He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk uprightly.
Insight
Vanity and “foolishness” are hallmarks of the wisdom of this world. But here is wisdom that comes from God. It looks at things as they really are, and not as they appear to be. Bishop Hall has written, “To those who are true and upright in heart the Lord will in his own good time reveal true and saving knowledge, and that sound and spiritual wisdom that will make them eternally happy.” Our faithful God is a shield to those whose walk is blameless. His wisdom protects us from subtle trickery that seeks to destroy our treasure. 1
Application
To walk uprightly is to walk in His light. How much of His light are you allowing into your life each day? His word is a light to our paths. Good intentions will never bring godly illumination. Please read John 8:1-12 and see how the light of Jesus change the world of this woman forever.
Motivation
It is written in the prophets, ‘And they shall all be taught by God.’ Therefore everyone who has heard and learned from the Father comes to Me. John 6:45
The wisdom of the world is shallow; the wisdom of God is sound. – TWEET IT
Prayer
Father, please keep me from foolish conversations, and please gift me with Your wisdom to do Your will.
1. Bridges, C. (2001). Proverbs (p. 22). Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books.