What other scriptures emphasize the importance of seeking wisdom and understanding? Listening Like the Disciples (Luke 8:9) “Then His disciples asked Him what this parable meant.” The Twelve did not shrug at Jesus’ words; they pressed in for clarity. Their hunger models the attitude Scripture repeatedly commends—eagerly seeking the wisdom God delights to give. The Unmistakable Voice of Proverbs • Proverbs 2:3-6 — “If you call out for insight… then you will discern the fear of the LORD… For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.” • Proverbs 3:13-14 — “Blessed is the man who finds wisdom… she is more profitable than silver.” • Proverbs 4:5-7 — “Get wisdom, get understanding… Wisdom is supreme; therefore acquire wisdom.” • Proverbs 8:17 — “I love those who love me, and those who seek me early shall find me.” • Proverbs 16:16 — “How much better to acquire wisdom than gold!” • Proverbs 18:15 — “The mind of the discerning acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks it out.” Ask and Receive: New-Testament Promises • James 1:5 — “If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.” • Matthew 7:7-8 — “Ask… seek… knock… everyone who asks receives.” • Jeremiah 33:3 (echoing the same principle) — “Call to Me, and I will answer and show you great and unsearchable things you do not know.” Prayers for Insight in Paul’s Letters • Ephesians 1:17-18 — “That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ… may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation… that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened.” • Colossians 1:9-10 — “Filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding.” • Philippians 1:9-10 — “That your love may abound… in knowledge and depth of insight, so that you may be able to discern what is best.” Living Examples of God-Given Wisdom • 1 Kings 3:9-12 — Solomon asks, and God grants a “wise and discerning heart.” • Daniel 2:21-22 — “He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning… He reveals the deep and hidden things.” These accounts assure us that the same Lord still answers earnest seekers. Rooted in the Word • Psalm 119:18 — “Open my eyes that I may see wondrous things from Your law.” • Psalm 119:130 — “The unfolding of Your words gives light; it imparts understanding to the simple.” • 2 Timothy 3:15-17 — Scripture “is able to make you wise for salvation… that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work.” Practical Ways to Seek Wisdom Today • Ask the Lord daily, confident He “gives generously.” • Immerse yourself in Scripture; wisdom and the Word are inseparable. • Listen actively—like the disciples—when you read, hear sermons, or study. • Surround yourself with godly counselors; “iron sharpens iron.” • Obey what you already know; light embraced leads to more light. God’s pattern is clear from Genesis to Revelation: hearts that pursue wisdom will find it, because He loves to reveal Himself to those who earnestly seek. |
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