Wisdom has built her house; she has set up its seven pillars. She has prepared her meat and mixed her wine; she has also set her table. She has sent out her servants, and she calls from the highest point of the city, “Let all who are simple come to my house!” To those who have no sense she says, “Come, eat my food and drink the wine I have mixed. Leave your simple ways and you will live; walk in the way of insight.”
Instruct the wise and they will be wiser still; teach the righteous and they will add to their learning. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. For through wisdom your days will be many, and years will be added to your life.

Sometimes I wonder, why do I not make decisions that are wise at times? I seem to be going along a good path serving God and doing good things, and then all of the sudden, I sin. But reality is, it is not all of the sudden, it is a buildup of selfishness that just, at that time, overflowed.

I love what Wisdom says, “Come to my house, drink my wine and eat my food.” Simple as sheep we are and we need to visit the house of wisdom REPEATEDLY throughout the day.
I was thinking about the difference between eating and drinking. Eating typically happens at set times. However, I drink water throughout the day. Drinking liquid keeps us hydrated and gives us a lot of energy.

So as I look at my life I need to plan on dining with wisdom at set times. This is the disciplined part of seeking wisdom. This is quality wisdom time. And I need to drink of wisdom throughout the day. This is the quantity of wisdom input. This is wisdom immersion!

“Walk in the way of insight!” Oh, if I just did this all the time. How much closer to God would I be? How much more faithful!

Teach me and instruct me, oh, Lord. I want to grow in wisdom and expand in understanding. Help me to be diligent about humbling myself and seeking you, and gracious and patient when it comes to loving others and waiting on you.

Sometimes, like today, as I heal up from whiplash due to a rear-end accident, I need to take the approach of dwelling and soaking in the presence of God. Instead of worrying about all I have to do that isn’t getting done, I can wisely receive what God is giving me.

Thank you, Lord, for a great family and amazing friends who love me deeply in spite of my foolish ways at times. Restore my heart to your heart as I wait on you, Father!