Our scripture today is Proverbs 9:9-10 (ESV).
Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be still wiser; teach a righteous man, and he will increase in learning. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight.
The Book of Proverbs is probably the most well known work of biblical wisdom literature. It provides solid spiritual guidance for our relationship with God and each other. Many of these were written by King Solomon who had asked God for wisdom in order to rule well.
He writes “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight.” No one is wise on their own, it is a gift from Him, as is everything. When we recognize this, we are on the way to being wise in the Lord.
Proverbs 3:5 tells us “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.” The wisest thing we can do is stay in touch with God and trust that He always wants what is best for us. We can never do better than that.
Loving Lord, we often think too much of ourselves and our ideas. Forgive us for thinking we could ever have a better plan than Yours. Bless us to share Your wisdom and love with everyone. Amen.
