How to Be Wise

Wisdom is more than knowing things; someone said it’s knowing what to do with the things we know. There may be a kernel there, but true wisdom is built upon a specific knowledge: the knowledge of God. Consider the words of Solomon on this point:

The fear of the Lord is instruction in wisdom,

and humility comes before honor.

— Proverbs 15:33

That’s the key to real wisdom: fearing God. In other words, making all our decisions with him in mind, in regard to his existence, his glory, his commandments, his gospel…. Keep the Lord of hosts in mind and you will be well instructed in your decisions. Stay humble before him, searching and knowing his word, and he will guide you in all things, and honor you at the proper time.