Ecclesiastes 7:12 (NAS)
For
wisdom is protection just as money is protection. But the advantage of
knowledge is that wisdom preserves the lives of its possessors.
Ecclesiastes 7:12 (NIVUS)
Wisdom
is a shelter as money is a shelter, but the advantage of knowledge is this:
that wisdom preserves the life of its possessor.
Trying to be safe and secure in today's world can be a major concern. Even with the most sophisticated security systems, some people still live in fear and terror. However, you do not need to live in terror.
Many seek wisdom and are greedy after silver. They hope that in this they will find protection and safety. Riches may provide shade from the scorching heat of lack, but they do not bring everlasting salvation. They are mere empty images that resemble the Truth, but are not the Truth. That is found in only One Person, the Lord God Almighty.
Living in the fear of the Lord and not in the fear of man is true wisdom. You have discovered this avenue to success. The excellence, advantage, and profit that you seek are in knowledge, understanding, perception, and discernment given through your relationship with Yahweh. That is where there is life, protection, and safety. And this is the life that you possess
(Originally written 2/6/06)
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