What practical steps can we take to "see that wisdom is better"? Key Verse Ecclesiastes 2:13: “And I saw that wisdom exceeds folly, just as light exceeds darkness.” Recognizing the Call to Value Wisdom • In this verse, God draws a clear contrast—wisdom is as superior to foolishness as daylight is to pitch-black night. • Because Scripture is true and literal, that comparison is not poetic exaggeration; it is factual. • Our task is to live so that this superiority becomes visible in everyday choices. Practical Steps to See Wisdom’s Superiority • Cultivate the fear of the LORD – Proverbs 9:10: “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom.” – Daily posture yourself in awe and submission to God’s authority before making decisions. • Saturate your mind with Scripture – Colossians 3:16: “Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you.” – Read, meditate, and memorize passages, especially Proverbs and Ecclesiastes. • Pray specifically for wisdom – James 1:5: “If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given to him.” – Ask daily, expecting God to answer. • Seek counsel from mature believers – Proverbs 15:22: “Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.” – Invite godly mentors to speak into life’s decisions. • Weigh choices by eternal outcomes, not immediate comfort – 2 Corinthians 4:18 reminds us to fix our eyes “not on what is seen, but on what is unseen.” – Before acting, ask how the choice will matter in ten, fifty, or a thousand years. • Obey promptly when Scripture gives clear direction – John 13:17: “If you know these things, you will be blessed if you do them.” – Treat obedience as the testing ground where wisdom proves its worth. Daily Habits That Nurture Wisdom • Start mornings with a short passage and a written takeaway. • Keep a journal of decisions, noting when biblical principles led to blessing. • Memorize one proverb each week; review aloud during commutes. • Schedule a weekly review—identify moments when wisdom protected you from regret. • Observe godly models: watch how mature saints respond under pressure. Guardrails to Keep Folly at Bay • Limit entertainment that normalizes sin (Psalm 101:3). • Avoid constant companions who mock righteousness (Proverbs 13:20). • Set digital boundaries—use filters or time limits to curb mindless scrolling. • Replace idle talk with edifying conversation (Ephesians 4:29). • Keep finances transparent and accountable, refusing the folly of secret debt. Encouragement from Other Scriptures • Proverbs 3:13-18—wisdom is “more precious than rubies.” • Psalm 19:7—“The testimony of the LORD is trustworthy, making wise the simple.” • James 3:17—heavenly wisdom is “pure, then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy.” • 2 Timothy 3:15—Scripture is able to make us “wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.” Closing Thoughts When these practices become regular rhythms, the contrast between wisdom and folly grows as vivid as noon sun against midnight darkness. Keep walking in the light of God’s Word, and you will continually “see that wisdom is better.” |
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