Wisdom

Read Proverbs 8

This chapter is a marvelous description of Christ. As Solomon personifies wisdom (as he does a few places in Proverbs) we hear Christ speaking loud and clear in this chapter. The Lutheran Study Bible offers some explanations for us:

"Just as Solomon's students are encouraged to acquire or possess Wisdom, so the Lord possesses Wisdom in eternity, even before His act of creation. This personification of wisdom points to the eternal nature of the pre-incarnate Christ, present at creation," (TLSB, p. 1611)

"The Lord is our Wisdom. His words and atoning works call from the heights and the crossroads of life for all humanity to hear. Like Wisdom in ch. 8, Christ calls us from worldly foolishness, judgment, and death, to obedience, God's favor, and abundant life. Christ's eternal nature, His relationship with the Father, and His work in creation mark Him as the very wisdom of God. As such, he hates the sins of the people, arrogance, evil, and perverted speech (v. 13). He calls us to do the same (Rm 12:9). He reaches out in love to all who love Him and diligently seek Him. In Christ, our Wisdom, we are rich beyond any human measure!" (TLSB p. 1013

Read Exodus 8

Pray:

Lord Christ, Your wisdom brings life. You favor both the great and the humble, rulers, children, calling us from foolish sins to righteousness and truth. When we have lost our way, You are the door to all that is good and right, noble and true. Lord make us wise unto Your salvation, that by Your gracious wisodm we may truly live in your Honor. Amen." (TLSB p. 1013).

Study with me tomorrow!

Pastor Jon

Soli Deo Gloria!