Bible verses about wisdom
Wisdom you can ask for
Ask for wisdom, receive it with humility, and walk carefully.
Scripture
Translation: King James Version (KJV)James 1:5If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.“Upbraideth not” means he gives without finding fault.
Proverbs 2:6For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.
Proverbs 3:5-6Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
Proverbs 9:10The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.
James 3:17But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.
Psalm 90:12So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.
Reflection
Scripture presents wisdom as God's generous gift, but it still requires honest asking and a heart willing to be taught. invites anyone who lacks wisdom to ask God, who gives freely and without scolding.
says, "the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding." Wisdom is not only being clever. It is seeing life the way God sees it, and that comes through his word as much as through experience.
warns against leaning only on your own understanding. Wise people stay teachable. They slow down, listen to Scripture and to trusted counsel, and they are willing to change course when they see they were wrong.
Prayer
Lord, I lack wisdom, and you invite me to ask. Give me wisdom for this situation, and keep me from rushing past your guidance. Make me teachable, quick to listen and slow to assume. Let your word shape how I see this, and give me the humility to change course if I need to. Amen.
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