It is an idea worth contemplating. The Bible says that if any of us desire wisdom, to ask God. He loves to impart wisdom. Seems like such an easy thing. I wonder why we don't do it more?
I have determined to start with Him. I am going to be ruthless in pursuing Him for wisdom.
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Proverbs 9:10
He is the Light to my path and the lamp for my feet! Psalm 119:105
One of the greatest reservoirs of wisdom to be found, in the entire world, is the book of Proverbs. In 1973, when I became a follower of Jesus Christ, the woman who mentored me, Wanda Plummer, told me that she read one chapter of Proverbs every day of her life. It was really nice of God to put 31 chapters in it - one for each day of the month! I decided to emulate her. For the most part, I have read a chapter a day for all these years. I figure I have read through it way over 400 times! It has given me deep insights into the ways of mankind, as well as the mind of God.
Therefore, one of my actions this year, will be to continue this practice, with a twist. As our friend Dudley Perio likes to say, "You only get to keep what you give away." So this year, I am going to blog more about those insights. I have journaled my thoughts in the past, but blogging is a great way to encourage others. I am excited to see how the wisdom will return to me, as I give it away.
Another source of wisdom is the elders in our lives. I have been missing Jack's mom. She was a wonderful teacher. She always had a nugget to share with our family. I have a few friends in my life who I look to as elders. This year, I want to be intentional about seeking them out, and drawing from them the great deposit that comes from living a full lifetime.
I have gained much wisdom from living life. Experience truly is a wonderful teacher. So, I am going to try to have some new experiences. Most of us have a "bucket list," written or not. This year, let's cross a few of those desires off our lists, what do you say?
History is another, often overlooked, source of wisdom. Learning from the successes and failures of those who have gone before us is a no-brainer. I must confess, I do not study history like I used to. That is going to change. I think I would like to start with reading some biographies of famous women. Women who changed the world, for good or bad. Anyone have any suggestions for a good book?
These are five good steps for me. I may add more as I go through the year. Join me, won't you?
Blessings, Anna Marie
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I am joining you in a chapter of Proverbs daily, I will begin Sunday since it is the Church's New Year. Also in 2012, I will endeavor to commit Scripture to heart...2 verses per month...2011 I made it May and gave up, 2012 will be my year to sew it into my heart!
ReplyDeleteThat's a good idea...adding the memory work! I didn't realize Sunday was the new year...I am right on time! I was laughing at myself for not holding this one until January!
ReplyDeleteI look forward to reading your insight from the Proverbs you read on a daily basis. Also, thanks for visiting at brvan.com and I appreciate your prayers for Noah!
ReplyDeleteThis is great! We often forget that wisdom is something we need. I admire your goals and will pray that you are able to keep up. I learned a long time ago that New Year's resolutions are not something I can do. However, God draws me to things He wants me to do, and then He gives me a way to do them. I look forward to reading about your journey.
ReplyDeleteAnna, I love the idea of reading one chapter of Proberbs a day. You are so right to say we need to seek wisdom from God. Thanks so much for sharing and connecting w/ me. Here's to His glory!
ReplyDeleteHey! Thanks to Melissa, Susan and Bryan for visiting my page! I wish I knew how to set up my comment section to reply under each separate comment. I am going to search that out! I enjoyed finding your blogs! You would also enjoy my friend Annette's blog: Abba's Girl. She is the first one who commented here. She is insightful and also a riot! Blessings!
ReplyDeletePS Bryan, it is an honor to pray for Noah.