The Value of Wisdom
Scripture – Proverbs 8:10-11: 10Choose my instruction instead of silver, knowledge rather than choice gold, 11for wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire can compare with her.
Reflection: “Wisdom is more precious than rubies.” MY first thought is, that’s why we pay for college. We take on loans and spend money for our education because we value that. We give it a high priority.
However, education is not the same as wisdom. We can choose instruction and we can gain knowledge. At the same time, these proverbs point again and again to the value of wisdom. And I don’t think we can teach wisdom.
Wisdom can be modeled. It can be seen in other people. It cannot be acquired by taking a class. It can only be humbly received, trusted as a gift from God and then put into practice.
I’ve learned to recognize wisdom. I don’t always make wise decisions. How about you? What role does wisdom play in your life? How can we practice living wisely today?
Reflection: “Wisdom is more precious than rubies.” MY first thought is, that’s why we pay for college. We take on loans and spend money for our education because we value that. We give it a high priority.
However, education is not the same as wisdom. We can choose instruction and we can gain knowledge. At the same time, these proverbs point again and again to the value of wisdom. And I don’t think we can teach wisdom.
Wisdom can be modeled. It can be seen in other people. It cannot be acquired by taking a class. It can only be humbly received, trusted as a gift from God and then put into practice.
I’ve learned to recognize wisdom. I don’t always make wise decisions. How about you? What role does wisdom play in your life? How can we practice living wisely today?
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