Wisdom isn’t a concept or a set of ideas that we have to learn and apply in order to make our
lives better. Wisdom is a person that we can know and love and enjoy a relationship with, and as
we walk with this person called wisdom, as we watch Him and learn from Him, and model our
lives after His, we become wise. As we listen to His voice we grow in wisdom.

Reflection
Why are we drawn to resources with “quick and easy steps to success?” Why do we approach
Proverbs this way? Why does the Bible say that tips to a better life are not sufficient? How did
the fall mess up our wisdom, and better yet, what has God done about it? What is the first step
and the essential component in gaining wisdom? What, if anything, needs to happen in your life
for you to access wisdom and grow in it?