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Welcome to Day 2172 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Wisdom Nuggets – Proverbs 3:1-10 – Daily Wisdom  Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2172 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2172 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.   In today’s Wisdom Nugget, we explore the wisdom of the ages in the Book of Proverbs. Today, we’re diving into Proverbs 3:1-10 from the New Living Translation. This passage offers valuable insights into the rewards of embracing wisdom and trusting in the Lord. So, let’s embark on this quest for wisdom together! Proverbs 3:1-4 reads: “My child, never forget the things I have taught you. Store my commands in your heart. If you do this, you will live many years, and your life will be satisfying. Never let loyalty and kindness leave you! Tie them around your neck as a reminder. Write them deep within your heart. Then you will find favor with both God and people, and you will earn a good reputation.” In these verses, we encounter the precious counsel of a parent to their child, emphasizing the importance of treasuring God’s commands and living a life of loyalty and kindness. The passage begins with an earnest plea not to forget the teachings of wisdom. It’s a call to store these wise instructions in our hearts, making them an integral part of our lives. The passage assures us that we will experience a long and satisfying life by heeding this counsel. Embracing wisdom leads to a life of purpose and fulfillment. Furthermore, the passage encourages us never to let go of loyalty and kindness. These virtues are to be treasured and remembered, woven into the fabric of our being. Loyalty and kindness are not merely superficial traits. They are virtues that guide our interactions with God and people alike. When we embody these qualities, we find favor with God and those around us, earning a good reputation in the process. As we move further into the passage, verses 5-6, we encounter a pivotal piece of wisdom that guides our trust in the Lord. Proverbs 3:5-6 says: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.” Here, we find a foundational principle that anchors the pursuit of wisdom - trusting in the Lord completely. The passage advises us not to rely solely on our human understanding, which can be limited and flawed. Instead, we are to trust in the infinite wisdom and guidance of the Lord. By seeking God’s will in all aspects of our lives, we open ourselves up to divine direction. God promises to show us the path we should take, providing clarity and guidance along the way. As we come to the final verses of the passage, 7-10, we find wisdom’s counsel on humility and trust in the Lord’s provision. Proverbs 3:7-10 proclaims: “Don’t be impressed with your own wisdom. Instead, fear the Lord and turn away from evil. Then you will have healing for your body and strength for your bones. Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the best part of everything you produce. Then he will fill your barns with grain, and your vats will overflow with good...