Hold Tightly to Wisdom

Proverbs 3:18 (VOICE) She is like a tree that produces a satisfied life for anyone who can wrap their arms around her; happiness waits for any who hold her tightly.

Beloved, hold tightly to wisdom, for there will always be temptation to compromise. But to the one who refuses to be swayed is satisfaction and peace. For compromise makes false promises, but wisdom is firm and steadfast. Blessed are those who walk in its way.

Compromise often seems right in the moment – or perhaps like a small concession, but if a sailor is one degree off course from the onset, he will find himself far afield at the end. So host fast to what you know is right, for wisdom is its own reward.

Proverbs 3:13-20 (VOICE) How fortunate are those who discover Lady Wisdom and those who understand her ways! For her worth is greater than the most expensive prize you could win. Her profit is greater than the finest thing you could buy. No gem is more precious than she is— your most extravagant desire doesn’t come close to her. She holds the secret of a long life in one hand and riches and fame in her other hand. Her ways are pleasant; all of her pathways are peaceful. She is like a tree that produces a satisfied life for anyone who can wrap their arms around her; happiness waits for any who hold her tightly. It was by wisdom that the Eternal fashioned the earth and by understanding that He designed the heavens. Through His knowledge, the deep was divided into seas and sky, and the clouds understood when to let down the morning dew.

The Better Path

Proverbs 3:17 (VOICE) Her ways are pleasant; all of her pathways are peaceful.

Beloved, the paths of wisdom are sweet – though not always easy, they’re always worth the effort. They bring contentment and peace even in hardship. They are clear, for each step is lit by Me.

As you walk in wisdom, you find peace because you lay down the burden of trying to be in control and judging what is right and wrong in your own eyes. Instead you yield to My judgment, which is perfect. So release control and choose the better path – the one of godly wisdom, which brings life.

Proverbs 3:13-20 (VOICE) How fortunate are those who discover Lady Wisdom and those who understand her ways! For her worth is greater than the most expensive prize you could win. Her profit is greater than the finest thing you could buy. No gem is more precious than she is— your most extravagant desire doesn’t come close to her. She holds the secret of a long life in one hand and riches and fame in her other hand. Her ways are pleasant; all of her pathways are peaceful. She is like a tree that produces a satisfied life for anyone who can wrap their arms around her; happiness waits for any who hold her tightly. It was by wisdom that the Eternal fashioned the earth and by understanding that He designed the heavens. Through His knowledge, the deep was divided into seas and sky, and the clouds understood when to let down the morning dew.

Embrace Divine Wisdom

Proverbs 3:16 (VOICE) She holds the secret of a long life in one hand and riches and fame in her other hand.

Beloved, My ways are not your ways, nor My thoughts your thoughts. So what is true wisdom often challenges your personal feelings and understanding. It means foregoing your own sense of wisdom in favor of that which is divinely given.

When you yield to true wisdom it is life-giving and a blessing to all. It cannot always be made sense of, and yet the truth of its sweetness is demonstrated in its fruit. So embrace divine wisdom, and walk in the abundant blessings it brings.

Proverbs 3:13-20 (VOICE) How fortunate are those who discover Lady Wisdom and those who understand her ways! For her worth is greater than the most expensive prize you could win. Her profit is greater than the finest thing you could buy. No gem is more precious than she is— your most extravagant desire doesn’t come close to her. She holds the secret of a long life in one hand and riches and fame in her other hand. Her ways are pleasant; all of her pathways are peaceful. She is like a tree that produces a satisfied life for anyone who can wrap their arms around her; happiness waits for any who hold her tightly. It was by wisdom that the Eternal fashioned the earth and by understanding that He designed the heavens. Through His knowledge, the deep was divided into seas and sky, and the clouds understood when to let down the morning dew.

Esteem Wisdom

Proverbs 3:15 (VOICE) No gem is more precious than she is— your most extravagant desire doesn’t come close to her.

Beloved, the earthly things you value pale in comparison to wisdom that comes from Me. For true wisdom brings freedom and hope, power and life, so resist the urge to marginalize it or treat it as something you can lightly choose not to embrace.

One who is wise embraces wisdom. Those who do not, cloak themselves in foolishness and bring ruin upon themselves. I desire that you choose wisdom because I understand the the negative consequences if you do not. And though I want you to choose well, the choice still belongs to you. So choose wisely, beloved.

Proverbs 3:13-20 (VOICE) How fortunate are those who discover Lady Wisdom and those who understand her ways! For her worth is greater than the most expensive prize you could win. Her profit is greater than the finest thing you could buy. No gem is more precious than she is— your most extravagant desire doesn’t come close to her. She holds the secret of a long life in one hand and riches and fame in her other hand. Her ways are pleasant; all of her pathways are peaceful. She is like a tree that produces a satisfied life for anyone who can wrap their arms around her; happiness waits for any who hold her tightly. It was by wisdom that the Eternal fashioned the earth and by understanding that He designed the heavens. Through His knowledge, the deep was divided into seas and sky, and the clouds understood when to let down the morning dew.

Value Wisdom

Proverbs 3:14 (VOICE)  For her worth is greater than the most expensive prize you could win. Her profit is greater than the finest thing you could buy.

Beloved, that which you esteem as valuable and important, you will make time for. You will be persistent in its pursuit. You will cherish it when it is gained. You hold it dear and won’t take it lightly.

If you esteem wisdom, you value all it brings. You don’t careless dismiss it, or shrug it off when it’s spoken. You receive it. You hold it fast. You seek to understand it and determine what to do with it. For it is not enough to seek wisdom, you must value it as well.

Proverbs 3:13-20 (VOICE) How fortunate are those who discover Lady Wisdom and those who understand her ways! For her worth is greater than the most expensive prize you could win. Her profit is greater than the finest thing you could buy. No gem is more precious than she is— your most extravagant desire doesn’t come close to her. She holds the secret of a long life in one hand and riches and fame in her other hand. Her ways are pleasant; all of her pathways are peaceful. She is like a tree that produces a satisfied life for anyone who can wrap their arms around her; happiness waits for any who hold her tightly. It was by wisdom that the Eternal fashioned the earth and by understanding that He designed the heavens. Through His knowledge, the deep was divided into seas and sky, and the clouds understood when to let down the morning dew.

Immeasurable Value

Proverbs 3:13 (VOICE) How fortunate are those who discover Lady Wisdom and those who understand her ways!

Beloved, to know and walk in wisdom is a treasure of immeasurable value. For those who walk in her ways are blessed at every turn. They hold the keys to abundant life, so they will ever prosper. Even in hardships they find triumph.

Choose to pursue wisdom – to make her an intimate friend. For as you seek her as though she were the greatest of gems, you cannot help but find her, for I will show you her ways. So simply set your heart upon her and seek her as the most valiant of quests. For the treasures you’ll find within her heart, are blessings forevermore.

Proverbs 3:13-20 (VOICE) How fortunate are those who discover Lady Wisdom and those who understand her ways! For her worth is greater than the most expensive prize you could win. Her profit is greater than the finest thing you could buy. No gem is more precious than she is— your most extravagant desire doesn’t come close to her. She holds the secret of a long life in one hand and riches and fame in her other hand. Her ways are pleasant; all of her pathways are peaceful. She is like a tree that produces a satisfied life for anyone who can wrap their arms around her; happiness waits for any who hold her tightly. It was by wisdom that the Eternal fashioned the earth and by understanding that He designed the heavens. Through His knowledge, the deep was divided into seas and sky, and the clouds understood when to let down the morning dew.

Act with Care and Wisdom

Proverbs 3:2 (VOICE) If you do, they will be your guide to a long, healthy, prosperous life.

Beloved, My Word sustains you, for it brings forth life. If you would walk in blessing, it is wise to choose that which brings forth blessing. For you cannot sow one type of seed and then expect to bring forth another type of harvest.

Be intentional to choose that which brings forth blessing, and to eschew things that which bring forth curses. For negative outcomes of bad choices are not a punishment from Me, they are simply consequences. So walk wisely. Act with care and wisdom that you might prosper and live a long and beautiful life.

Proverbs 3:1-4 (VOICE) My son, always remember what I have taught you; keep my instructions dear to your heart. If you do, they will be your guide to a long, healthy, prosperous life. Stay focused; do not lose sight of mercy and truth; engrave them on a pendant, and hang it around your neck; meditate on them so they are written upon your heart. In this way, you will win the favor of God and others, and they will think well of you.

Learn and Implement

Proverbs 3:1 (VOICE) My son, always remember what I have taught you; keep my instructions dear to your heart.

Beloved, one who is wise seeks knowledge and understanding. They listen when they are taught. But they do not only listen, they also learn. And then they implement what they have learned. For of what use is the understanding of something that is never applied? That kind of knowledge puffs up. It is of no true value.

Listen, and learn well. Then as you seek to understand, be intentional to apply it to yourself. For My Spirit is fully able to lead you to truth in the perfect timing I have for you. So walk in wisdom, and apply it with understanding.

Proverbs 3:1-4 (VOICE) My son, always remember what I have taught you; keep my instructions dear to your heart. If you do, they will be your guide to a long, healthy, prosperous life. Stay focused; do not lose sight of mercy and truth; engrave them on a pendant, and hang it around your neck; meditate on them so they are written upon your heart. In this way, you will win the favor of God and others, and they will think well of you.

Wisdom of Truth

Psalm 125:3 (AMP) For the scepter of wickedness shall not rest on the land of the righteous, So that the righteous will not reach out their hands to do wrong.

Beloved, resist the urge to cave to unrighteous ways simply because the world has seen fit to normalize them. My Word is a clear standard of measure – not so that you judge others, but so that you might rightly judge your own thoughts and actions. Use its wisdom to choose your path carefully.

My Word is a lamp unto your feet and a light unto your path (Psalm 119:105). Would you choose to stumble in darkness when light is available for you? In the same way, rather than having your behavior mandated by the ever-changing whims of the world, be steadfastly rooted in Me and choose your path based on the wisdom of Truth.

Psalm 125:1-5 (AMP) Those who trust in and rely on the Lord [with confident expectation] Are like Mount Zion, which cannot be moved but remains forever. As the mountains surround Jerusalem, So the Lord surrounds His people From this time forth and forever. For the scepter of wickedness shall not rest on the land of the righteous, So that the righteous will not reach out their hands to do wrong. Do good, O Lord, to those who are good And to those who are upright in their hearts. But as for those who turn aside to their crooked ways [in unresponsiveness to God], The Lord will lead them away with those who do evil. Peace be upon Israel.

Wise Steward of Your Gifts

Exodus 31:3 (AMPC) And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom and ability, in understanding and intelligence, and in knowledge, and in all kinds of craftsmanship,

Beloved, never hesitate to ask for increased anointing and wisdom in cultivating your giftings. I have entrusted them to you, and love to see you walking in their fullness. It is a joy to fill you with My creativity – for it is endless.

Be a wise steward of the gifts you’ve been given. Use them as you feel led, and resist the urge to be derailed or swayed by the feedback and opinions of men. As you create to this audience of One, you can and will be a blessing to others but will do so without seeking to please men. Trust Me, I will bring the increase.

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