How can we encourage others to value wisdom and knowledge in their lives? Key Verse for Our Study "A wise man is strong, and a man of knowledge enhances his strength." —Proverbs 24:5 Why Wisdom and Knowledge Matter • Wisdom supplies real strength—moral, spiritual, and practical—far beyond muscle power. • Knowledge enlarges that strength, giving clarity for decisions and courage for hard days. • Both are presented in Scripture as gifts from God that safeguard lives and bless communities. Practical Ways to Encourage Others to Prize Wisdom 1. Model It Daily • Let them see you opening the Bible, asking questions of the text, and adjusting your life accordingly. • Share aloud the insights you gain; make wisdom attractive by showing its immediate impact. 2. Celebrate God-Given Insight • When someone applies Scripture well, point it out and rejoice with them. • Affirm that their choice reflects strength and maturity, just as Proverbs 24:5 promises. 3. Connect Wisdom to Real-Life Outcomes • Explain how biblical principles avert pitfalls—financial, relational, or ethical. • Tell brief stories (personal or historical) where godly knowledge spared heartache. 4. Offer Accessible Resources • Gift a readable study Bible, a daily devotional, or an audio Bible app. • Invite them to join you in a short reading plan—start with Proverbs or the Gospels. 5. Build a Wisdom-Seeking Community • Form a small group where Scripture is read aloud and discussed openly. • Encourage honest questions; let God’s Word speak for itself. 6. Pray for Them Consistently • Ask the Lord to awaken hunger for truth and to grant understanding (see James 1:5). Additional Verses That Reinforce the Call • "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom." —Proverbs 9:10 • "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God...and it will be given." —James 1:5 • "He who walks with the wise will become wise." —Proverbs 13:20 • "Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another." —Colossians 3:16 • "All Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching." —2 Timothy 3:16 • "The testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple." —Psalm 19:7 Living It Out • Seek wisdom first in God’s Word, then encourage others by sharing what you learn. • Remember: every time we exalt biblical wisdom, we strengthen both ourselves and those we love. |
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