Bible Verses

Bible Verses for Wisdom

If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.

— James 1:5

What Does God Say?

Wisdom in the Bible is not primarily intellectual — it is relational. Proverbs 9:10 says "the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom." James 1:5 makes a guarantee: ask God for wisdom and He will give it.

Bible Verses

1
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.
— Proverbs 3:5-6
What this means: The path to wisdom is submission. When you submit a decision, He makes the path clear.
2
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.
— Proverbs 9:10
What this means: Wisdom starts with reverence for God.
3
We have the mind of Christ.
— 1 Corinthians 2:16
What this means: As a believer, you have access to the mind of Christ through the Spirit.
4
"I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go."
— Psalm 32:8
What this means: God promises to personally instruct you — specific counsel for your exact situation.