The King of Wisdom

Why does God focus so deeply on us getting wisdom? Let me explain:

“But seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you.” Matthew 6:33 (Image: Unsplash)

2nd Timothy 3:16 says that all scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.

To borrow from the words of Khaled Mohammad Khaled (known professionally as DJ Khaled), life is a test, and the only way we will pass is if we humble ourselves and take our instruction from the Lord, the king of wisdom.

When God instructs us, he doesn’t shout us down or demean us according to the severity of our sins, but he lovingly corrects us by showing us what we did wrong, and then gently guiding us away from our sins and onto a path that’s straighter than the one we’re walking.

His teachings are compassionate and full of mercy. They are meant for our improvement and eventual graduation to eternity with him. But just like any weary college student, it’s up to us to stay the course and constantly seek instruction from God. He won’t force us to do it. It must be our decision.

Solomon understood this point when he ascended the throne. He knew that the crown he wore came with a lot of responsibility. He was a young king, saddled with the expectations of those used to following his father, David, and many of the doubts of those unable to unseat David fell upon Solomon.

The naysayers all thought that this young man was incapable of holding the mantle that his father had spent several years building.

So, after Solomon finished building the House of the Lord, and all of the high buildings from which a holy sacrifice would be made, he made one more great sacrifice in Gibeon (v.4) and that night, the Lord visited him in a dream to grant his special request for the divine wisdom to discern (or reason righteouosly) between good and evil.

“Wisdom is the principal thing. Therefore, get wisdom…” Proverbs 4:7 (Image: Unsplash)

We, in our flesh, often make the mistake of thinking we are smart enough to handle life. I’m sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but my friends… that thinking will lead you down a path of destruction.

But God, in his infinite power, created us to be codependent for a reason! Like Solomon said in verse seven, “I am but a little child. I know not how to go out or to come in.”

Did you catch that? That’s why I like Solomon’s story…even before asking for wisdom, he was smart enough to know that he needed God to help with such a massive responsibility as being a King. Being God’s children, we were created to need and depend on him to direct us on the path of life.

Even the bible says, “There is a way which seemeth right to a man, but the end of those ways are the ways of DEATH. (Proverbs 14:12) Just because we may be pretty smart people, doesn’t mean that we know what to do in every situation.

We, as flawed humans, make many mistakes along life’s path, and Satan waits for us to make a mistake, which he learns from, even if we don’t, and uses it against us time and again. Just ask the Apostle Paul in Romans 7:19…

Translation: our “wisdom” is not enough to help us make it from day to day or even to know how to live from minute to minute. When we refuse to seek wisdom from Christ, God calls us BLIND!

Can you imagine a blind person walking down a street unable to see anything in front of him, powerless to stop the dangers he may be walking into? Well, that’s how God sees us when we don’t seek him - the author of wisdom.

The bible describes God as a light to our feet and a lamp to our path. When we learn more about God and learn to see through God’s eyes, we can see our way past destruction.

The easiest way to seek him is in prayer as soon as you wake up, sacrificing your time to GOD before giving place to any secondary personal matters. This shows God that you are open to receiving his teaching and that you can be used for his glory.

Then, as your day continues, seek God in prayer and scripture, reading verses that apply to your situation, and asking God to help you understand how his words apply to your life.

And finally, ending your day with Christ in prayer is the best way to ensure your hope for tomorrow, knowing that every issue you face is secured in the knowledge that Christ is your burden bearer and safety from harm.

Today, take a moment to humble yourself and actively seek wisdom from the Lord. You will be surprised at what you will learn.