Wisdom (2/3)

Even a fool is counted wise when he holds his peace; When… Proverbs 17:28

Even a fool is counted wise when he holds his peace; When he shuts his lips, he is considered perceptive. Proverbs 17:28	Even fools are thought wise when they keep silent; with their mouths shut, they seem intelligent. speaking mind
He who is slow to wrath has great understanding, But he who is impulsive exalts folly. Proverbs 14:29	People with understanding control their anger; a hot temper shows great foolishness. patience understanding anger

For in much wisdom is much grief, And he who increases knowledge increases sorrow. Ecclesiastes 1:18	The greater my wisdom, the greater my grief. To increase knowledge only increases sorrow. sadness mind worrying
Happy is the man who finds wisdom, And the man who gains understanding. Proverbs 3:13	Joyful is the person who finds wisdom, the one who gains understanding. mind understanding
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, But fools despise wisdom and instruction. Proverbs 1:7	Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline. awe learning
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. Proverbs 9:10	Fear of the Lord is the foundation of wisdom. Knowledge of the Holy One results in good judgment. awe holiness understanding
So shall the knowledge of wisdom be to your soul; If you have found it, there is a prospect, And your hope will not be cut off. Proverbs 24:14	In the same way, wisdom is sweet to your soul. If you find it, you will have a bright future, and your hopes will not be cut short. seeking hope
I have taught you in the way of wisdom; I have led you in right paths. Proverbs 4:11	I will teach you wisdom’s ways and lead you in straight paths. learning righteousness
Oh, the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments and His ways past finding out! Romans 11:33	Oh, how great are God’s riches and wisdom and knowledge! How impossible it is for us to understand his decisions and his ways! God understanding
He who walks with wise men will be wise, But the companion of fools will be destroyed. Proverbs 13:20	Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. punishment
Get wisdom! Get understanding! Do not forget, nor turn away from the words of my mouth. Proverbs 4:5	Get wisdom; develop good judgment. Don’t forget my words or turn away from them. understanding Word of God obedience
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; A good understanding have all those who do His commandments. His praise endures forever. Psalm 111:10	Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true wisdom. All who obey his commandments will grow in wisdom. Praise him forever! awe worship law
The words of a wise man’s mouth are gracious, But the lips of a fool shall swallow him up. Ecclesiastes 10:12	Wise words bring approval, but fools are destroyed by their own words. speaking
One person esteems one day above another; another esteems every day alike. Let each be fully convinced in his own mind. Romans 14:5	In the same way, some think one day is more holy than another day, while others think every day is alike. You should each be fully convinced that whichever day you choose is acceptable. obedience neighbor sabbath
That their hearts may be encouraged, being knit together in love, and attaining to all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the knowledge of the mystery of God, both of the Father and of Christ. Colossians 2:2	I want them to be encouraged and knit together by strong ties of love. I want them to have complete confidence that they understand God’s mysterious plan, which is Christ himself. Jesus encouragement love
The hypocrite with his mouth destroys his neighbor, But through knowledge the righteous will be delivered. Proverbs 11:9	With their words, the godless destroy their friends, but knowledge will rescue the righteous. righteousness speaking gossip
The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. Psalm 19:7	The instructions of the Lord are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple. law soul Word of God
My son, if your heart is wise, My heart will rejoice—indeed, I myself. Proverbs 23:15	My child, if your heart is wise, my own heart will rejoice! heart joy family
A fool vents all his feelings, But a wise man holds them back. Proverbs 29:11	Fools vent their anger, but the wise quietly hold it back. anger self-control
A fool’s lips enter into contention, And his mouth calls for blows. Proverbs 18:6	Fools’ words get them into constant quarrels; they are asking for a beating. speaking
The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice, And he who begets a wise child will delight in him. Proverbs 23:24	The father of godly children has cause for joy. What a pleasure to have children who are wise. joy family
A fool’s wrath is known at once, But a prudent man covers shame. Proverbs 12:16	A fool is quick-tempered, but a wise person stays calm when insulted. anger self-control
Many shall be purified, made white, and refined, but the wicked shall do wickedly; and none of the wicked shall understand, but the wise shall understand. Daniel 12:10	Many will be purified, cleansed, and refined by these trials. But the wicked will continue in their wickedness, and none of them will understand. Only those who are wise will know what it means. purification sin understanding
Turn at my rebuke; Surely I will pour out my spirit on you; I will make my words known to you. Proverbs 1:23	Come and listen to my counsel. I’ll share my heart with you and make you wise. conversion repentance Spirit
A wise son makes a glad father, But a foolish son is the grief of his mother. Proverbs 10:1	A wise child brings joy to a father; a foolish child brings grief to a mother. joy family sadness

A fool despises his father’s instruction, But he who receives correction is prudent.

Only a fool despises a parent’s discipline; whoever learns from correction is wise.

Bible verse of the day

But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.

Hebrews 11:6 faith joy reward