Diving into the timeless wisdom of Proverbs 4:7, the message is clear: Wisdom is the key and most fundamental of all things for believers. This reflection of the scripture shows that wisdom is the live wire for everything good and prosperous. The wisdom mentioned is not that of earthly things, rather, a builder of destiny. This wisdom flows directly from the Holy Spirit as we see in Proverbs 9:1, that the wisdom of God is the builder of our destinies and futures.
From the reference passage of Proverbs 4:5-19, there is an urgency to the path of obtaining wisdom. We are told that this wisdom will preserve our lives, keep us from the path of wicked men, guide us in the path of righteousness and prolong our lives.
Key Takeaways
- We must obtain wisdom at all cost because wisdom is a builder of destiny.
- The Wisdom of God will guard our lives and save us from wicked men.
- The wisdom we seek is not earthly wisdom which is sensual, and devilish, but the wisdom that comes from the Holy Spirit.
- Wisdom should be the principal thing we ask for and obtain over any other possession.
Scripture References
Proverbs 4:7
James 3:15-17
Pastor Femi Babalola
