How do I find wisdom?
God promises wisdom to those who ask. Discover how to grow in understanding and discernment.
15 Bible studies address this question
What the Bible Says
These Bible studies explore Scripture passages that speak to this question. Each study will give you insight and practical application.
Taming the Tongue
James addresses the power of speech, warning that the tongue is a small member that sets great fires ablaze. Teachers bear special responsibility because no one can perfectly control their tongue, and...
Solomon's Wisdom from God
Solomon asks God for wisdom rather than riches or long life, delighting the LORD. God grants him unparalleled wisdom, demonstrated dramatically when Solomon judges between two mothers claiming the sam...
The Beginning of Wisdom
Psalm 111 is an acrostic hymn praising God's works, character, and faithfulness, concluding with the foundational truth that the fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom.
The Beginning of Wisdom
Proverbs 1 introduces the purpose of the book—to gain wisdom, discipline, and understanding—and presents wisdom as a woman crying out in the streets.
Seek Wisdom Like Silver
Proverbs 2 urges the pursuit of wisdom with the intensity of seeking hidden treasure, promising protection from evil paths and evil people.
Wisdom Was There at Creation
Proverbs 8 presents Wisdom as a person calling publicly, offering life and favor, and revealing that she was with God before creation itself.
Wisdom for Self-Control
Proverbs 23 provides wisdom about self-control in eating, drinking, speaking, and relationships, warning against excess while encouraging the pursuit of wisdom and integrity.
Wisdom Builds the House
Proverbs 24 concludes the thirty sayings of the wise, offering wisdom about diligence, justice, perseverance through difficulty, and the importance of building one's life on a solid foundation.
Wisdom from the Spirit
Paul explains that true wisdom comes only through the Spirit. Human wisdom cannot comprehend God's plan; only the Spirit reveals the deep things of God to those who have spiritual minds.
The Garden and God's Design
God intimately forms humanity, establishes work as a blessing, creates the institution of marriage, and places Adam in Eden with purpose and boundaries.
The Visit of the Magi and Flight to Egypt
Wise men from the East follow a star to worship the newborn King, prompting Herod's murderous jealousy. God protects Jesus through dreams, guiding Joseph to flee to Egypt and later settle in Nazareth.
The Sermon on the Mount: Judging, Prayer, and Two Paths
Jesus concludes His great sermon with warnings against hypocritical judgment, an invitation to persistent prayer, and the sobering choice between two gates, two trees, and two foundations.
Jesus and John the Baptist
John the Baptist, now in prison, sends disciples to ask if Jesus is the Messiah. Jesus affirms His identity through His works, pronounces woe on unrepentant cities, and offers rest to all who are wear...
Ten Virgins, Talents, and Sheep and Goats
Jesus tells three parables about being ready for His return: the wise and foolish virgins who did or did not prepare, the servants who invested or buried their talents, and the final judgment separati...
Warnings, Parables, and Watchfulness
Jesus warns against hypocrisy and the fear of man, teaching that God knows everything and cares even for sparrows. Through parables of the rich fool and faithful servants, He calls for eternal perspec...
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