What other scriptures emphasize the importance of seeking wisdom like Proverbs 8:2? Where Wisdom Stands Open to All Proverbs 8:2 — “On the heights overlooking the road, at the crossroads she takes her stand.” Proverbs Continues the Call • Proverbs 1:20-21 — Wisdom cries aloud in the streets, lifting her voice in the square. • Proverbs 2:3-4 — “If you call out for insight … if you seek it like silver and search it out like hidden treasure.” • Proverbs 3:13-15 — “Blessed is the man who finds wisdom… she is more precious than rubies; nothing you desire compares with her.” • Proverbs 4:5-7 — “Get wisdom, get understanding… Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom.” • Proverbs 16:16 — “How much better to acquire wisdom than gold, and understanding than silver!” Wisdom Rooted in the Fear of the LORD • Job 28:12, 28 — “But where can wisdom be found? … ‘Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom, and to turn away from evil is understanding.’” • Psalm 111:10 — “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow His precepts gain rich understanding.” • Ecclesiastes 7:12 — “Wisdom preserves the life of its owner.” The Life and Teaching of Jesus • Matthew 7:24 — “Everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” • Luke 2:52 — “And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men.” • Luke 11:31 — “The Queen of the South … came from the ends of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now One greater than Solomon is here.” Wisdom for the Church • James 1:5 — “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.” • James 3:17 — “But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere.” • Ephesians 5:15-17 — “Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise… understanding what the Lord’s will is.” • Colossians 3:16 — “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom.” • 2 Timothy 3:15 — “From infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.” Living Out What We Learn • Prize wisdom above wealth or status. • Pursue it actively through Scripture, obedience, and godly counsel. • Anchor every decision to Jesus’ words. • Ask in faith; God delights to give it. • Share wisdom within the body so others flourish too. |
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