The Beginning of Wisdom

By Rev. Lonnie C. Crowe

Proverbs 9:10 (NKJV): "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” In this verse, the word translated “beginning” means a perquisite. In other words, we cannot have wisdom without a moral reverence (fear) of the Lord. Therefore, wisdom must first emanate from the heart of believers, radiate out into the world, and bring glory to the Kingdom of God.

Before we pray for wisdom for our leaders, we must first seek wisdom in our own lives and speak that wisdom into the world. We must keep in mind that God does not dwell in the problems; He dwells in the solutions. Wisdom has a positive outlook. Wisdom has a heart of gratitude. Wisdom trusts in the provision and protection of God.

Jesus spoke to believers when He said, “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:14-16 NKJV).
Wisdom allows our light to shine and bring glory to our Father in heaven.