Wisdom, Understanding, and Discernment – EGP Blog post from October 24, 2012

James 1:5 ()

[5] But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all generously and without§ reproach, and it will be given to him.

James 1:5 Lit does not reproach

Proverbs 2:2–9 ()

[2] Make your ear attentive to wisdom, Incline your heart to understanding; [3] For if you cry for discernment, Lift§ your voice for understanding; [4] If you seek her as silver And search for her as for hidden treasures; [5] Then you will discern the fear of the Lord And discover the knowledge of God. [6] For the Lord gives wisdom; From His mouth come knowledge and understanding. [7] He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk in integrity, [8] Guarding the paths of justice, And He preserves the way of His godly ones. [9] Then you will discern righteousness and justice And equity and every good course.

Proverbs 2:3 Lit Give