Day 2198 – Wisdom Nuggets – Proverbs 8:12-21 – Daily Wisdom

Published: Sept. 18, 2023, 7 a.m.

Welcome to Day 2198 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Wisdom Nuggets – Proverbs 8:12-21 – Daily Wisdom  Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2198 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2198 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, I’m thrilled to continue our exploration of the profound wisdom found in the book of Proverbs. Today, we’re delving into Proverbs 8:12-21, as translated in the New Living Translation. So, put on your hiking boots, and together, we’ll uncover the riches of wisdom in these verses. Pause… In Proverbs 8:12-21, we delve deeper into the attributes and benefits of wisdom. These verses offer us a glimpse into the unparalleled richness that wisdom brings to our lives. Verse 12-13: “I, Wisdom, live together with good judgment. I know where to discover knowledge and discernment. All who fear the Lord will hate evil. Therefore, I hate pride and arrogance, corruption and perverse speech.” These verses introduce wisdom as a companion of sound judgment. Wisdom has a deep understanding of where knowledge and discernment can be found. Her alignment with those who fear the Lord underscores her commitment to righteousness. She detests pride, arrogance, corruption, and perverse speech, highlighting her opposition to all forms of evil. Pause… Verse 14-16: “Common sense and success belong to me. Insight and strength are mine. Because of me, kings reign, and rulers make just decrees. Rulers lead with my help, and nobles make righteous judgments.” These verses illustrate the practical benefits of wisdom. Wisdom brings common sense, success, insight, and strength. Kings and rulers are guided by wisdom to make just decrees and righteous judgments. Here, we see how wisdom not only benefits individuals but also has a positive impact on society’s leadership. Pause… Verse 17-18: “I love all who love me. Those who search will surely find me. I have riches and honor, as well as enduring wealth and justice.” Wisdom’s love is extended to all who seek her. She is not elusive but can be found by those who earnestly search for her. The rewards of wisdom are riches, honor, enduring wealth, and justice. These are the treasures she bestows upon those who embrace her. Pause… Verse 19-21: “My gifts are better than gold, even the purest gold, my wages better than sterling silver! I walk in righteousness, in paths of justice. Those who love me inherit wealth. I will fill their treasuries.” Wisdom’s gifts are described as surpassing the value of gold and sterling silver. She walks in righteousness and leads us on paths of justice. Those who love her inherit wealth, and their treasuries are filled. These verses emphasize the incomparable value and abundant rewards of embracing wisdom. Pause… As we reflect on Proverbs 8:12-21, we are reminded that wisdom is not just theoretical knowledge; it’s a source of practical benefits and guidance for righteous living. Pause… Take a moment to consider...