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Daily Devotion; Proverbs 24:3-6

Proverbs 24:3-6   "Through wisdom is an house builded; and by understanding it is established:  (4)  And by knowledge shall the chambers be filled with all precious and pleasant riches.  (5)  A wise man is strong; yea, a man of knowledge increaseth strength  (6)  For by wise counsel thou shalt make thy war: and in multitude of counsellors there is safety."

These verses contain three important words for each of us: wisdom, understanding, and knowledge. No one is born with these attributes; rather, they are gained through experiences in life - both good and bad. Even Jesus learned these things as He grew into adulthood. . "And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man." (Luke 2:52) I admit that I do not fully understand this verse. It has always held an intrigue for me, but I believe it. "Jesus increased...."  He grew in those four areas of life which we could call a "four square" life. These things hold the elements for building a successful life here on earth. I won't spend a lot of time here defining each of these words, but I will say that wisdom, understanding, and knowledge is very important to us. It is the groundwork, along with God given faith, whereby we are able to build our lives on that solid rock.  So, where do we gain wisdom and understanding and knowledge? Solomon tells us that we should surround ourselves with "wise counsel" and with a "multitude of counsellors."  By the grace of God we have been placed in Christ Jesus, "who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption."  He is the Wonderful Counselor and the Prince of Peace. Jesus told us to ask, seek, and knock and it shall be given to us.  

"Lord, I don't want to get caught up in the attitude that I can do anything by myself. I need you. I need your wisdom and understanding. I need your instruction, direction, and yes, your correction when I falter. Help me to build my house upon the true and solid rock."

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