What is wisdom in the Bible? – Proverbs E1
Download MP3What does it mean to have wisdom? Why should we pursue it and how can we put it into practice?
In this episode, we explore how wisdom is presented in the Bible. With particular reference to Proverbs, we discuss the contrast between biblical wisdom and current ideas about self-help. We look at the relationship between age, experience and wisdom, and how wisdom is passed on. We discuss the need to see wisdom modelled in community and explore how Jesus both taught and embodied wisdom. We ask whether the proverbs should be read as general guiding principles or direct promises from God.
The conversation closes with thoughts about the superior value of wisdom and character over head knowledge, as well as the uniquely hopeful message Christians have for people asking how to live well today.
Timestamps
- (00:00) - Intro
- (01:00) - Introducing Proverbs
- (02:00) - What is wisdom in the Bible?
- (04:30) - Godly wisdom vs self-help
- (07:00) - Wisdom literature in the Bible
- (11:25) - Does wisdom only come with age?
- (22:49) - Wisdom in the New Testament
- (28:14) - Wisdom is about God communicating
- (29:29) - Are proverbs meant to be promises?
- (34:14) - Wisdom and character over mere head knowledge
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Mark is a Baptist minister and sometime journalist, who now heads up Bible Society's comms team.
