Proverbs 1:1-7
Scripture speaks of different kinds of 'wisdom.' In Proverbs,
wisdom is closely associated with godliness. In Ecclesiastes, wisdom -
viewed as mere human intelligence - is described as 'meaningless, a
chasing after the wind' (1:12-18). This contrast is continued in the
New Testament, where Paul describes Christ as our 'Wisdom', contrasting
this Wisdom with 'the wisdom of the world' (1 Corinthians 1:18-25,30).
The purpose of Proverbs is set out in its opening verses. Notice the
vital connection between 'understanding' and 'doing' (2-3). We are to be
'doers' as well as 'hearers' of God's Word (James 1:22). We are to
'keep what is written' in God's Word (Revelation 1:3). The great theme
of Proverbs is stated in verse 7: 'The fear of the Lord is the beginning
of knowledge'. Christ is our Wisdom. We will never be wise unless we
build our lives on Him (Matthew 7: 24-27).
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