The Book of Proverbs – Wisdom for Today is wisdom in practical matters of life, application of knowledge and a right relationship with God.  Our world has never possessed so much knowledge and information as we do now.  The Book of Proverbs – Wisdom for Today points out the disparity between what the bible teaches as wisdom versus what we see happening in our world today.

 

The world has never been so educated and literate as it is today yet, it is evident our world continues to spiral into the dark abyss of sin, selfishness and madness.  How can we be so intelligent with technology more advanced than ever, but still find our world ripping itself apart?  The Book of Proverbs reveals our world is devoid of wisdom.

 

 

 

Wisdom does not come from a specific political party- a collegiate degree of some kind – the flag of a certain nation – or a race of people that is superior to others.  Wisdom comes from one source, above, God’s Word and is given through His Holy Spirit.   In a floundering world with both infrastructure and societies crumbling- we must remember – God has given His church wisdom; not simply knowledge – but the character and the power to apply we we know to a world in desperate need of a Savior.

 

Wisdom for today comes through dependence on God and a humble heart.

King Solomon says: “Fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” (Proverbs 9:10, NKJV)    https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/pro/9/10/s_637010

 

When gossip stops conflict end. 

King Solomon says: “Where there is no wood, the fire goes out; And where there is no talebearer, strife ceases.  As charcoal is to burning coals, and wood to fire, So is a contentious man to kindle strife.
The words of a talebearer are like tasty trifles, And they go down into the inmost body.” (Proverbs 26:20-22, NKJV)

https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/pro/26/20-22/s_654020

 

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