Job takes a detour in his conversation after several intense arguments with his friends regarding his suffering. In chapter 28 ,we see him taking a shift to a calm, reflective statement, focusing on the nature of wisdom instead of the accusations from his friends as indicated in the previous chapters. To say he has reached his wit end isn’t far fetched; for when we find ourselves in such circumstances shifting our attention to God is the best way to go.
Job further illustrates that while Man can find treasures (gold,silver, iron etc) in mines here on earth, wisdom and understanding cannot be found in the land of the living as treasures. He added that neither gold nor crystal can equate Wisdom. Leading us to the following rhetorical questions – Have you been searching for wisdom? Where have you been sorting your advice/wisdom from? In our search for wisdom, are you searching for earthly or Godly wisdom?
True wisdom is found ONLY in God, He alone understands and knows where it resides. To have reverential fear of the Lord is wisdom and to depart from evil is understanding. Prov 4 vs 5-9 )KJVAE)
([5] Get wisdom, get understanding: forget it not; neither decline from the words of my mouth. [6] Forsake her not, and she shall preserve thee: love her, and she shall keep thee. [7] Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding. [8] Exalt her, and she shall promote thee: she shall bring thee to honor, when thou dost embrace her. [9] She shall give to thine head an ornament of grace: a crown of glory shall she deliver to thee.) commands that when we get wisdom and understanding,, we should love, embrace, exalt and not forsake her, for then she’ll preserve, promote, honor and keep us for she is the principal thing to seek. Prov 22 vs 18 AMPC(paraphrased) further adds that it’s a pleasant thing to keep them (wisdom and understanding) and believe them, for then our lips will be accustomed to confessing them.
In conclusion, wisdom is needed in every area of our life’s as the Word of God says it’s the “principal thing” needed to navigate life effectively. Do you want to excel in life? Seek and Keep WISDOM!
Action Point:-
Prayer:- Heavenly Father, I ask for Your wisdom to make the right decision always (or mention that particular issue you need the wisdom of God in ) . I also ask for a deeper understanding of Your will, please clear my confusion, guide my steps, and help me walk in Your truth always in Jesus name Amen.
And if you have not yet established a relationship with Jesus, here is a good time to get that done with this prayer :
Heavenly Father, I come to You in Jesus’ name. Your Word says whoever calls on the name of the Lord will be saved. I call on You, Jesus. I confess You as my Lord. I believe God raised You from the dead to pay for my sins. Thank You for saving me. I’m Yours now. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Shalom 🕊️
Bimpe Lawal