He
layeth up sound wisdom for the righteous (Prov 2:7)
Wisdom’s Appeal: Her Value: Prov 8:10-11
10) Receive my instruction, and not silver; and knowledge rather than
choice gold.
11) For wisdom [is] better
than rubies; and all the things that may be desired are not to be compared to
it.
INTRODUCTION:
Wisdom continues her
appeal for others to seek and obtain her by reminding us of her tremendous
value…
EXPOSITION:
10) Receive my instruction, and not silver; and knowledge rather than
choice gold.
Wisdom
compares the value of her teachings to the value of precious metals. Her conclusion? Her training’s value is far greater than that of gold or
silver. That is why she tells us to actively
reach out and secure her words.
“The law of thy mouth [is]
better unto me than thousands of gold and silver.” (Psalms 119:72)
“The fear of the LORD [is]
clean, enduring for ever: the judgments of the LORD [are] true [and] righteous
altogether. More to be desired [are
they] than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the
honeycomb. Moreover by them is thy
servant warned: [and] in keeping of them [there is] great reward.” (Psalms 19:9-11)
11) For wisdom [is] better
than rubies; and all the things that may be desired are not to be compared to
it.
Now,
she compares the value of her teaching to rubies and, again, finds the value of
her teachings superior.
The
basic principle is that we are to expend more effort to gain wisdom than to
gain anything else we may desire in this world, for wisdom is more valuable
than anything else we can possess.
“I rejoice at thy word, as
one that findeth great spoil.” (Psalms 119:162)
“I have rejoiced in the way
of thy testimonies, as [much as] in all riches.” (Psalms 119:14)
SUMMARY:
Throughout God’s Word we
are told of the great value of wisdom.
Why is it such a valuable commodity?
It is because wisdom leads us to God, salvation and an eternity with
Him!
“The fear of the LORD [is]
the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy [is] understanding.” (Proverbs 9:10)
“Again, the kingdom of
heaven is like unto treasure hid in a field; the which when a man hath found,
he hideth, and for joy thereof goeth and selleth all that he hath, and buyeth
that field. Again, the kingdom of
heaven is like unto a merchant man, seeking goodly pearls: Who, when he had found one
pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had, and bought it.” (Matthew 13:44-46)
By
God’s grace, let us all study these proverbs diligently, giving them the value
that they deserve.
May the
Lord bless us as we receive this sound wisdom and then “Think On These Things”.
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