Proverbs 2:6, 7 - God is the Source of Wisdom.
Proverbs 2:6, 7 (NIV) For the LORD gives
wisdom, and from his mouth come knowledge and
understanding. 7 He holds victory in store for the upright,
he is a shield to those whose walk is
blameless,
Proverbs 2:6, 7 (NLT) For the LORD grants
wisdom! From his mouth come knowledge and
understanding. 7 He grants a treasure of common sense to
the honest. He is a shield to those who walk
with integrity.
INTRODUCTION
Wisdom comes in two ways: It is a
God-given gift and also the result of an energetic
search. Wisdom's starting point is God and his
revealed Word, the source of "knowledge and
understanding" (2:6). In that sense, wisdom is God's gift
to us. But he gives it only to those who
earnestly seek it. But because God's wisdom is hidden
from the rebellious and foolish, it takes effort
to find it and use it. The pathway to wisdom is
strenuous. When we are on the path, we discover that
true wisdom is God's and that he will guide us
and reward our sincere and persistent search.
God gives wisdom and victory to the godly
but not to those drifting through life or acting
irresponsibly with his gifts and resources. If we are
faithful to him and keep our purpose in life clearly
in mind, he will keep us from pride and greed.
[Life Application SB]
COMMENTARY PEARL
The world has had its great teachers, men
of giant intellect and extensive research, men
whose utterances have stimulated thought and
opened to view vast fields of knowledge; and these
men have been honored as guides and benefactors
of their race; but there is One who stands
higher than they. We can trace the line of the
worlds teachers as far back as human records
extend; but the Light was before them. As the moon
and the stars of our solar system shine by the
reflected light of the sun, so, as far as their
teaching is true, do the worlds great thinkers
reflect the rays of the Sun of Righteousness. Every
gleam of thought, every flash of the intellect, is
from the Light of the world.
In these days much is said concerning the
nature and importance of higher education.
The true higher education is that imparted
by Him with whom is wisdom and strength
(Job 12:13), out of whose mouth cometh
knowledge and understanding. Proverbs 2:6.
In a knowledge of God all true knowledge
and real development have their source. Wherever
we turn, in the physical, the mental, or the
spiritual realm; in whatever we behold, apart from the
blight of sin, this knowledge is revealed. Whatever
line of investigation we pursue, with a sincere
purpose to arrive at truth, we are brought in touch
with the unseen, mighty Intelligence that is
working in and through all. The mind of man is
brought into communion with the mind of God, the
finite with the Infinite. The effect of such
communion on body and mind and soul is beyond
estimate.
In this communion is found the highest
education. It is Gods own method of development.
Acquaint now thyself with Him (Job 22:21), is His
message to mankind. ED13-14
COMMENTARY
The Greatest Treasure Hunt
In 2001, a man with a penchant for
archaeology and metal detectors discovered a rare
treasure in a farmer's field in Kent, England. Cliff
Bradshaw had been meticulously combing through the
countryside when he unearthed a gold artifact from the
Bronze Age, circa 2300 BC It came to be known as
the Ringlemere Gold Cup and was purchased by the
British Museum for 270,000 pounds.
In the chapter leading up to today's
verses, a great search for wisdom is described: "If
you seek her as silver, and search for her as
for hidden treasures; then you will understand
the fear of the LORD, and find the knowledge of
God" (Proverbs 2:4, 5). Job 28:28 tells us, "The
fear of the Lord, that is wisdom. This fear
isn't the kind that leaves you whimpering in
horror; "the fear of the Lord" is a reverential love
for God that leads to obeying His law
(Ecclesiastes 12:13). The Bible also correlates obedience
to God to walking "in integrity of heart and in
uprightness" (1 Kings 9:4).
And the Bible promises that for "those
who walk uprightly there will be given far
richer prizes than any metal-detecting,
archaeological digging, or treasure-hunting on this earth
could find. As diligent seekers, the upright have
the promise of finding not only wisdom but the
giver of all wisdom - God, who will be their
provider, protector, and deliverer. "If any of you
lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all
liberally and without reproach, and it will be given
to him" (James 1:5). This promise of God is a
priceless reward.
Heavenly Father, please guide me, shield
me, and provide for me on my search for Your
heavenly wisdom. [The Most Amazing Bible Promises by
Amazing Facts]
CLOSING THOUGHT
Guarded by God
When we follow the ways of God, he
becomes like a personal bodyguard protecting us as
we choose what is right. There is a wealth of
wisdom in the storehouses of our God! There are
limitless riches of knowledge hidden in him. May we
become pursuers of truth, justice, and
righteousness. May we walk in his mercy all the days of our
lives.
With God as our guard, we will not avoid
the limitations that life places on us, but we
will know the surpassing goodness of his peace,
his fellowship, and his solutions. The
relationship of Spirit to spirit is the most fulfilling
one we will know in this life. There is so much
life in his presence. There is so much peace in
his ways! Let's never stop following him, for he
is better than any other!
Trust God to handle what you cannot
foresee or control as you follow his directives.
[365 Days of Courage by Sara Perry of Broadstreet
Pub]
LINK FOR FURTHER STUDY
Proverbs 9:10 - Knowing God and Wisdom
https://www.abible.com/devotions/2004/20040510-0914.html
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