Proverbs 9:10 – Fear Leads to Wisdom

by northwestjim, posted in Thought For The Day

Proverbs 9:10
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.

The fear here is “reverence”… but fear is a big part of reverence.

The essence of fear is being OUT OF CONTROL.

Whether we’re talking rollercoasters, or stuff jumping out at us, or things that go bump in the night, it is the lack of control that raises our hackles.

Put that into this verse.

WISDOM begins with realizing I am NOT in control of anything.
He is.

THAT’S where wisdom begins.
… and yes, it is scary.

I need to let go, and let Him be the Sovereign of my life.

I need to give up the control that gives me comfort. Because that comfort is false, and I am setting myself up for failure.

Sometimes:

  • I’m afraid I can’t trust Him
    (I can)
  • I think I know better
    (I don’t)
  • I think He won’t help.
    (He will)

Get out of control
Get wisdom