BETTER—3
WISDOM IS BETTER THAN GOLD
- WE MAKE OUR DECISIONS AND OUR DECISIONS MAKE US.
“Give me wisdom and knowledge, that I may lead this people, for who is able to govern this great people of yours?" 2 Chronicles 1:10
How much better to get wisdom than gold, to choose understanding rather than silver! Proverbs 16:16
Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding. Proverbs 4:7
DON’T BE A FOOL—GET WISDOM
- FOOLS ACT BEFORE THEY THINK.
Wise people think before they act; fools don't—and even brag about their foolishness. Proverbs 13:16 NLT
- FOOLS SPEND ALL THEY EARN.
In the house of the wise are stores of choice food and oil, but a foolish man devours all he has. Proverbs 21:20
- FOOLS HURT THOSE THEY LOVE.
The wise woman builds her house, but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down. Proverbs 14:1
- FOOLS THINK THEY KNOW IT ALL.
Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to others. Proverbs 12:15 NLT
HOW DO I GET WISDOM?
- FEAR GOD.
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. Proverbs 9:10
- ASK GOD.
If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. James 1:5
- HANG OUT WITH WISE PEOPLE.
He who walks with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm. Proverbs 13:20
How much better to get wisdom than gold, to choose understanding rather than silver! Proverbs 16:16
NEXT WEEK’S MEMORY VERSE:
A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold. Proverbs 22:1
TALK IT OVER
- What would you say is the most important thing you have learned so far during the series, Better?
- Which of these four categories would be the biggest weakness for you: act before you think, spend all you earn, hurt those you love or think you know it all?
- What is your next step to get wisdom?
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