Day 2168 Wisdom Nuggets Proverbs 2:1-11 Daily Wisdom

Published: Aug. 7, 2023, 7 a.m.

Welcome to Day 2168 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Wisdom Nuggets \u2013 Proverbs 2:1-11\xa0\u2013 Daily Wisdom \xa0Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2168 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2168 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of Wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. \xa0 In today\u2019s Wisdom Nugget, we explore the wisdom of the ages in the Book of Proverbs. Today, we\u2019re diving into Proverbs 2:1-11 from the New Living Translation. This passage delves into the pursuit of wisdom and its immense value in our lives. So, let\u2019s embark on this journey of discovery together! First, let\u2019s read Proverbs 2:1-5 reads: \u201cMy child, listen to what I say and treasure my commands. Tune your ears to wisdom, and concentrate on understanding. Cry out for insight, and ask for understanding. Search for them as you would for silver; seek them like hidden treasures. Then you will understand what it means to fear the Lord, and you will gain knowledge of God.\u201d In these verses, we find the key to unlocking the treasure trove of wisdom - a process that requires intention, diligence, and a heart eager to learn. The passage begins with a loving call from a parent to their child. It\u2019s an invitation to listen, not just with our ears but our hearts. By treasuring and obeying wisdom\u2019s commands, we open ourselves to a deeper understanding of life and its mysteries. Tune your ears to wisdom, the passage advises. This means we must be attentive and receptive to the teachings of wisdom, both from God\u2019s Word and from the experiences and insights of those who have walked before us. But it doesn\u2019t stop there. The pursuit of wisdom requires action on our part. We\u2019re encouraged to actively seek understanding, cry out for insight, and ask for understanding. Imagine searching for valuable treasures like silver or precious gems. It requires effort, determination, and a clear focus. In the same way, seeking wisdom should be a relentless pursuit, one that we value above all else. As we move further into the passage, verses 6-8 reveal the rewards of diligently seeking wisdom. Proverbs 2:6-8 says: \u201cFor the Lord grants wisdom! From his mouth come knowledge and understanding. He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest. He is a shield to those who walk with integrity. He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to him.\u201d Here, we see that wisdom is a gift from God Himself. It is not something we can obtain solely through human effort; rather, it is granted by the Lord. When we diligently seek wisdom, we tap into the divine source of knowledge and understanding. Moreover, wisdom comes with practical benefits. It provides us with common sense and discernment, enabling us to navigate life\u2019s complexities with integrity and honesty. It\u2019s important to note that wisdom is not just theoretical knowledge. It\u2019s a guide that leads us on the paths of righteousness and protects us as we walk in faithfulness to God. As we come to the final verses of the passage, 9-11, we gain further insights into the profound impact of wisdom on our lives. Proverbs 2:9-11 proclaims: Then you will understand what is right, just, and fair, and you will...