Proverbs 8:19-21 (ESV)
19 My fruit is better than gold, even fine gold,
and my yield than choice silver.
20 I walk in the way of righteousness,
in the paths of justice,
21 granting an inheritance to those who love me,
and filling their treasuries.
The benefits of living a wise life surpass even the luxuries of a rich life. Wisdom doesn’t speak against wealth, and often riches are the benefit of living according to her words, but wisdom itself is always better than simple material blessing. Where is wisdom found? She is on the path of righteousness and justice. And she rewards those who love her. So what should we do to pursue and lay hold of wisdom? We must follow the way of the upright. If we cling to God’s word and live according to his law and principles, we will walk alongside wisdom. Only the fool thinks she can travel with the scoffers, the sinners, and the wicked, and embrace wisdom at the same time. If you are leaning toward the path of disobedience, get back on the right track today. Love justice and mercy, and walk humbly before the Lord.