What is Wisdom?

The whole of Proverbs can be summed up in one word - wisdom. There are 3 parts to Biblical wisdom. There is the accumulation of Biblical principles. In the book of Proverbs it is refered to as knowledge. (Proverbs 2:3-4) Next comes the assimilation of Biblical principles. In the book of Proverbs it is refered to as understanding. (Proverbs 2:5-6) This is the part of Biblical wisdom where, with the Holy Spirit's help, you get a firm grasp on the understanding and meaning of those priniciples that you have eagerly sought to accumulate. The final part of Biblical wisdom is the application of those accumulated & assumilated Biblical principles. (3 John 4)

Young people are simple. Proverbs 7:7 says so. Being simple is not necessarily a bad thing. (It is if a young person stays simple!) A simple person is neither wise or foolish but can be easily influenced either way. That was the point King Solomon was trying to make with his son - "You are simple, I want you to become wise!" (Proverbs 1:1-7)

We all need to develop more Godly wisdom. It is found in the pages of God's Book - the Bible! Spend time in it each day. Encourage your children to spend time in God's Word!