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Proverb 2:7

“he stores up sound wisdom for the upright;he is a shield to those who walk in integrity,” Our God has a stockpile of wisdom ready to distribute to the “upright”. At first glance, this verse…

Proverb 2:6

“For the Lord gives wisdom;from his mouth come knowledge and understanding;” The source of knowledge and understanding is the Lord (a vital clue in our crazy, exciting hunt for the hidden treasure). All that we…

Proverb 2:5

“then you will understand the fear of the Lordand find the knowledge of God” “then” in this passage is preceded by three “ifs”…. “if you recieve my words and treasure up my commandments” “if you…

Proverb 2:4

“if you seek it like silver and and search for it as for hidden treasures,” We seek silver for its value. All the more should we follow after understanding whose value exceeds the superficial limitations of…

Proverb 2:3

“yes, if you call out for insightand raise your voice for understanding,” Insight and understanding are deigned to be sought after; pursued.  Much like lending an ear to the people and things we are partial…

Proverb 2:2

“making your ear attentive to wisdomand inclining your heart to understanding; When someone has my attention, I lend my ear to them. I give them eye contact. I don’t just hear them but I’m listening to them.…

Proverb 2:1

“My son, if you receive my words and treasure up my commandments with you,” Her words are our treasure. Not only must we turn our ear to them. We must treasure them! This brings to mind the things…

Proverb 1:33

“but whoever listens to me will dwell secure and will be at ease, without dread of disaster.” The inner voice of Wisdom is our shelter, our safety; the underground cellar that protects us from violent…

Proverb 1:32

“For the simple are killed by their turning away,and the complacency of fools destroys them.” Isn’t it common sense not to turn your back on danger, the enemy? But what happens is we get used…