Thinking About Wisdom - Teaching Material

Proverbs 3:5-6 invites us into a profound relationship with God, urging us to trust not in our own understanding but to lean into His wisdom. Imagine a child standing at the edge of a swimming pool, hesitant to dive in. The child looks to a parent, who stands just a few feet away, arms outstretched, eyes full of love and encouragement. The parent represents the trust we can place in God—a trust that is rooted in love and experience.

As we navigate the complexities of life, we often find ourselves grappling with decisions that weigh heavily on our hearts. The world teaches us to rely on our intellect, our experiences, and the opinions of others. Yet, Proverbs challenges us to turn inward, to seek God’s guidance first. This is not a blind leap; it is an act of spiritual growth and maturity. When we acknowledge Him in all our ways, we open ourselves to the incredible love that God has for us—a love that desires our well-being and purpose.

Let us be reminded that wisdom is not merely knowledge; it is the application of that knowledge through love. It’s about seeing our circumstances through God’s eyes. As you seek direction today, consider the areas of your life where you are leaning on your own understanding. What might it look like to surrender those to God? In doing so, we embrace not just wisdom, but also the profound peace that comes from knowing we are held in the arms of a loving Father.