The Beginning of Wisdom
05/28/2026
There are a lot of people today with information, opinions, and knowledge, but very little wisdom. We live in a world where answers are only a search away, yet hearts are still anxious, broken, and confused. Why? Because wisdom is not simply knowing facts. Wisdom is knowing God and living in alignment with Him.
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” — Proverbs 9:10 (NIV)
The phrase “fear of the Lord” does not mean being terrified of God. It means revering Him, honoring Him, standing in awe of His holiness, and recognizing that He is God and we are not. True wisdom begins the moment we stop placing ourselves on the throne of our lives and surrender to the One who created us.
So many people want God to bless their decisions without ever seeking His direction. But wisdom starts with humility. It starts when we pause long enough to ask, “Lord, what do You want?” instead of “How can I make this work my way?”
Think about Solomon. When given the opportunity to ask for anything, he asked for wisdom. He understood something many still miss today: wisdom is more valuable than wealth, influence, or power because wisdom affects every decision connected to those things. A wise person may not always have the easiest life, but they will walk with discernment, peace, and stability.
The world often rewards quick reactions, loud opinions, and self-promotion. God rewards teachable hearts. Wisdom listens before speaking. Wisdom seeks counsel. Wisdom prays before acting. Wisdom recognizes that partial obedience is still disobedience.
There is also something beautiful about the second half of this verse: “knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” The closer you get to Jesus, the clearer life becomes. When you know His character, you begin to see situations differently. You stop interpreting life only through emotion and start seeing it through truth.
You may be facing a difficult decision right now. Maybe it involves family, finances, ministry, business, or relationships. Before asking God for an easy answer, ask Him for wisdom. Sometimes His greatest gift is not removing the challenge but teaching us how to walk through it with discernment and faith.
Wisdom is not proven by how much Scripture you can quote. Wisdom is revealed in how faithfully you live it.
Today’s Action Steps:
* Spend five quiet minutes asking God for wisdom before making any major decisions today.
* Read one chapter from Proverbs and write down one truth that stands out to you.
* Ask yourself honestly: “Am I seeking God’s will or simply asking Him to approve mine?”
* Invite the Holy Spirit to make your heart teachable.
Challenge for Today:
Before reacting to any stressful situation today, pause and pray first. Let wisdom speak louder than emotion.
Prayer:
Father, thank You for being the source of all wisdom. Teach me to walk in reverence and humility before You. Help me not to lean on my own understanding but to seek Your direction in every area of my life. Give me discernment for the decisions I face and a heart that is quick to obey You. Let my words, actions, and choices reflect the wisdom that comes from knowing You deeply. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Pastor Jeff
#LoveGod #LovePeople #FindFreedom #FindYourDesign
There are a lot of people today with information, opinions, and knowledge, but very little wisdom. We live in a world where answers are only a search away, yet hearts are still anxious, broken, and confused. Why? Because wisdom is not simply knowing facts. Wisdom is knowing God and living in alignment with Him.
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” — Proverbs 9:10 (NIV)
The phrase “fear of the Lord” does not mean being terrified of God. It means revering Him, honoring Him, standing in awe of His holiness, and recognizing that He is God and we are not. True wisdom begins the moment we stop placing ourselves on the throne of our lives and surrender to the One who created us.
So many people want God to bless their decisions without ever seeking His direction. But wisdom starts with humility. It starts when we pause long enough to ask, “Lord, what do You want?” instead of “How can I make this work my way?”
Think about Solomon. When given the opportunity to ask for anything, he asked for wisdom. He understood something many still miss today: wisdom is more valuable than wealth, influence, or power because wisdom affects every decision connected to those things. A wise person may not always have the easiest life, but they will walk with discernment, peace, and stability.
The world often rewards quick reactions, loud opinions, and self-promotion. God rewards teachable hearts. Wisdom listens before speaking. Wisdom seeks counsel. Wisdom prays before acting. Wisdom recognizes that partial obedience is still disobedience.
There is also something beautiful about the second half of this verse: “knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” The closer you get to Jesus, the clearer life becomes. When you know His character, you begin to see situations differently. You stop interpreting life only through emotion and start seeing it through truth.
You may be facing a difficult decision right now. Maybe it involves family, finances, ministry, business, or relationships. Before asking God for an easy answer, ask Him for wisdom. Sometimes His greatest gift is not removing the challenge but teaching us how to walk through it with discernment and faith.
Wisdom is not proven by how much Scripture you can quote. Wisdom is revealed in how faithfully you live it.
Today’s Action Steps:
* Spend five quiet minutes asking God for wisdom before making any major decisions today.
* Read one chapter from Proverbs and write down one truth that stands out to you.
* Ask yourself honestly: “Am I seeking God’s will or simply asking Him to approve mine?”
* Invite the Holy Spirit to make your heart teachable.
Challenge for Today:
Before reacting to any stressful situation today, pause and pray first. Let wisdom speak louder than emotion.
Prayer:
Father, thank You for being the source of all wisdom. Teach me to walk in reverence and humility before You. Help me not to lean on my own understanding but to seek Your direction in every area of my life. Give me discernment for the decisions I face and a heart that is quick to obey You. Let my words, actions, and choices reflect the wisdom that comes from knowing You deeply. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Pastor Jeff
#LoveGod #LovePeople #FindFreedom #FindYourDesign
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