Receive my instruction, and not silver; and knowledge rather than choice gold.For wisdom is better than rubies; and all the things that may be desired are not to be compared to it.I wisdom dwell with prudence, and find out knowledge of witty inventions.The fear of the LORD is to hate evil: pride, and arrogancy, and the evil way, and the froward mouth, do I hate.Counsel is mine, and sound wisdom: I am understanding; I have strength.By me kings reign, and princes decree justice. By me princes rule, and nobles, even all the judges of the earth. I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me.
Proverbs 8:10 -17 KJV
Wisdom and Prudence go hand-in-hand. They are synonymous with one another. Truly you can’t possess wisdom without prudence. Throughout the Bible there are continuous references to both. Wisdom and prudence are like two peas in a pod…can’t have one without the other.
In Proverbs wisdom is referred to many times, and King Solomon, the wisest of all kings speaks about it fluently in this book of comparisons. The doctrine of God is seen and contrasted in this book so wisely stated by King Solomon–whom God gifted and therefore enabled him to share these pearls of wisdom.
This book enlists us to make wise decisions in life, which again, is a gift of the LORD. Wisdom hates evil, God hates evil. When we seek wisdom…we’re seeking the LORD and all that encompasses.
The LORD says in Amos 5:4 – “For thus saith the LORD unto the house of Israel, Seek ye me, and ye shall live:” This speaks of a “spiritual death” When we seek the LORD we are going to LIVE, as in forever. When we do not seek and find the LORD, we are going to perish…die…spiritually. The second death…the finality.
Wisdom and prudence will get us through everyday issues in this life…and will provide greater rewards when we’re called “home” — To listen and apply the “fruits of the Spirit” by the indwelling spirit from within, we’re going to be successful and peace will be plentiful.
Read about wisdom and God’s doctrine in His Holy Bible…it will bring a whole new perspective to your outlook and roads in life.
“Thank you LORD for Your gifts and guidance, thank You for Your love and support for Your children who follow you so judiciously, and thank You for being You… in Jesus name…Amen”