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Seek Godly Wisdom

An exploration of Proverbs 4:10-15, 20-27, focusing on the importance of seeking godly wisdom, discerning between the path of wisdom and wickedness, and living a life guided by understanding and truth.

1. The Importance of Seeking Wisdom

1.1 The Value of Wisdom

Verses: Proverbs 4:7
  • Wisdom is a gift from the Almighty, more valuable than earthly riches.
  • It is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.

1.2 Wisdom Brings Honor

Verses: Proverbs 4:8
  • Wisdom leads to promotion and honor.
  • Embrace wisdom, and it will bring you to honor.

2. The Path of Wisdom vs. The Path of Wickedness

2.1 Two Paths

Verses: Proverbs 4:18-19
  • The path of the just is like a shining light, growing brighter.
  • The way of the wicked is darkness; they do not know what makes them stumble.

2.2 Guarding Your Heart

Verses: Proverbs 4:23
  • Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it spring the issues of life.
  • Guard your heart from evil influences.

2.3 Speaking Truth

Verses: Proverbs 4:24
  • Put away deceitful speech and perverse talk.
  • Let your words be true and upright.

3. Living a Life of Wisdom

3.1 Careful Consideration

Verses: Proverbs 4:26
  • Ponder the path of your feet, and let all your ways be established.
  • Consider where your choices are leading you.

3.2 Staying on the Right Path

Verses: Proverbs 4:27
  • Do not turn to the right or the left; remove your foot from evil.
  • Stay on the straight and narrow path of righteousness.

4. Wisdom and the Nature of the Almighty

4.1 The Source of Wisdom

Verses: Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 45:5
  • The Almighty is one singular being, the source of all wisdom and understanding.
  • He manifests Himself in different roles, but remains one indivisible entity.

4.2 The Spirit's Guidance

Verses: John 16:13; 1 Corinthians 2:10
  • The Spirit of the Almighty dwells within believers, guiding them into all truth.
  • Through the Spirit, we receive revelation and understanding.