So many of us Christians are very knowledgeable of God’s Word, few of us have attained wisdom. In case, you are not aware, there is a huge difference between KNOWLEDGE and WISDOM. Knowledge means we have the facts. For instance, know the books of the Bible and some of the main characters, can quote a few scriptures ("what thus said the Lord"), recite the commandants ("the thou shalt nots"), and is fluent in church jargon (Blessed & highly favored in the Lord); however, WISDOM is when you apply those facts to our daily life. In other words, not just talking about it but being about it and/or practicing what we preach.
Solomon summarizes in Chapter 1 the purpose of the Proverbs, which are to teach people wisdom, discipline and understanding so we will do what’s right, just and fair.
Solomon also tells us of the benefits of being wise (Proverbs 3-4)-
Long, prosperous life-
Favor with God & Man-
Good Judgment-
Success-
Health & Vitality-
Wealth, Honor-
Peace & Protection
Solomon also discusses in Proverbs 6, the seven things God HATES-
Haughty eyes (Arrogance or conceit)-
Liars-
Hands that shed innocent blood (murderers)-
Schemers (always plotting evil)-
People quick to run to do evil-
False witness (lying snitches)-
Messy folks who keep drama going. (gossiper's)
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I'm often blessed to read your wisdom as here.
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