Wisdom

Wisdom is a capacity of the mind that allows us to understand life from God’s perspective. Throughout the book of Proverbs, Solomon encourages us to “get wisdom” (Proverbs 4:5). He says those who get wisdom loves life (Proverbs 19:8); that it’s better to get wisdom than gold (Proverbs 16:16); and that those who get wisdom find life and receive favor from the Lord (Proverbs 8:32–35).

Yet in Ecclesiastes 7:23–24 Solomon also makes clear that getting wisdom is a challenging process: 

Fortunately Scriptures provides instructions.

Here are four biblical scriptures for how to get wisdom:

1. Fear God

Solomon says the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom (Proverbs 9:10).

2. Desire Wisdom

The second step to getting wisdom is to desire it with all our heart. As Solomon says, we must “look for it as for silver and search for it as for hidden treasure” (Proverbs 2:4).

3. Pray for Wisdom

As James tell us, “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you” (James 1:5).

4. Study God’s Word

The fourth step in getting wisdom is studying and meditating on God’s Word (Psalm 19:7). We shouldn’t rely merely on our own understanding, though, but lean on the God's wisdom.

~Abhishek Kulbainur