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Do You Acquire and Seek Knowledge?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who acquire and seek knowledge. In Jesus’s name, amen.

How do you make decisions?

Before making a decision, consider what Scripture says in Proverbs 18:15 (ESV).

“An intelligent heart acquires knowledge,
and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.”

Consider what the notes for verses 18:15-19 say in the English Standard Version, published by Crossway.

“These proverbs could be applied to many settings in life, though here they seem to be particularly focused on a courtroom setting. In hearing a case, one should see with one’s heart (Hb. leb, “reason, emotions, and will) to acquire knowledge, and likewise with one’s ear to listen carefully to what is being said, for that is the way that the wise (person) seeks knowledge.”

In both cases, the aim is knowledge. Trust God to provide the knowledge you need.

The next time you make a decision won’t you listen with your heart and ears?

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Acquire and Seek Knowledge!

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those with an intelligent heart who acquire knowledge. In Jesus’ name, amen.

There are some people who think only of logic, and focus on so-called head knowledge. Then, there are others who consider situations move from their heart. Which are you?

Do you tend to jump to conclusions, or do you listen to all sides before making a decision?

Proverbs 18:15 (ESV) is about an intelligent heart and the ear of the wise.

“An intelligent heart acquires knowledge,
and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.”

In both cases, the aim is the acquisition of knowledge. Knowledge, not as the world gives, but as God gives.

Tell me what you think in the comments below.