Proverbs - Wisdom and Knowledge Comes to the Humble

Proverbs 14:6

 A scorner seeketh wisdom, and findeth it not:

but knowledge is easy unto him that understandeth.

In this life we need wisdom and knowledge to make good decisions when faced with situations that demand our response.  This can happen at work, in relationships and parenting.

As parents, when we are disciplining our children we can find ourselves lacking the understanding in certain conflict resolutions.  Sometimes when we find one of our little ones in the midst of trouble we can often jump the gun and begin down the road of handing out consequences and words that might not be appropriate for the offense.  If we find ourselves scorning or talking down to anyone we won’t be able to hear the truth of the situation and might prolong or contribute to the problem. 

At work we may find ourselves emotionally involved with an injustice and be tempted to react sarcastically or with a high-minded attitude.  We won’t find the knowledge or wisdom to address the matter when we are in this mindset.

In our marriages we may find ourselves frustrated with some sort of impasse.  In order to get the understanding and knowledge we need to respond in a way that will help resolve the situation we must cast out the scorner.  We must humble ourselves and seek God to show us OUR responsibility without focusing on the other’s fault. 

The word ‘understand’ is made up of two words – ‘under’ and ‘stand’.  We must place ourselves in a standing position under the situation. We have to be able to gain perspective on a problem by removing ourselves from the emotional side and looking beneath the surface.  If we are mocking or scorning, we will not find His answers.  The next time we are in a situation where we need understanding, don’t react so emotionally.  Stop and ask the Lord for understanding.  Then we will find ourselves equipped with the knowledge and tools for the situation.