Wisdom from the Book of Proverbs
The book of Proverbs is generally ascribed to King Solomon. Solomon was the tenth son of King David and the second son of Bathsheba. He reigned for 40 years about 970 years B.C. He is known for his enormous wealth and wisdom. The book of 1 Kings Chapter 4:32 states that Solomon is credited for writing over 3,000 proverbs and his songs number a 1,005. Experts suggest that the Book of Proverbs was composed over several hundred years and there were a variety of composers and compilers.
The verses teach more what our attitude should be toward wealth than how to obtain it. I hope you enjoy them and learn much from this brief list of the nuggets of wisdom found in this ancient book that was inspired by the Holy Spirit.
Proverbs 10: 4 Lazy hands make for poverty, but diligent hands bring wealth.
Proverbs 10:22 The blessing of the Lord brings wealth, without painful toil for it.
Proverbs 11:4 Wealth is worthless in the day of wrath, but righteousness delivers from death.
Proverbs 11:28 Those who trust in their riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like a green leaf.
Proverbs 13:7 One person pretends to be rich yet has nothing; another pretends to be poor yet has great wealth.
Proverbs 13:11 Dishonest money dwindles away, but whoever gathers money little by little makes it grow.
Proverbs 15:16 Better a little with the fear of the Lord than great wealth with turmoil.
Proverbs 16:16 How much better to get wisdom than gold, to get insight rather than silver!
Proverbs 22:1 A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold.
Proverbs 23:4 Do not wear yourself out to get rich; do not trust your own cleverness.
Dear Lord, you have so much to say regarding riches and wealth. Most of it is quite contrary to what the world teaches. I desire to be a person with wisdom based on your teachings about money. Help me to further search your scriptures so that I may transform my thinking regarding this very important topic. I recognize that I must work and use my money wisely. I must also be willing to pursue wisdom on a regular basis. Lead me through your Holy Spirt to be holy when it comes to my thoughts about finances. I long to be transformed by the renewing of my mind and not conformed to the ways of this world. Please continue to work in me, that I may become wiser and more like Jesus.
In His Precious Name I Pray, Amen.
