Wisdom Is Knowing What to Do Next

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7 Principles for Making Wise Decisions

How To Make Decisions You Won’t Regret

Whether you’re deciding on a career change, resolving a conflict, or even choosing how to spend your time most effectively, wisdom is not optional; it’s essential. As Proverbs reminds us, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.” But how do we live that out practically?

“The greatest calamity is not to have failed, but to have failed to try.”
– unknown

Question

Failure itself isn’t the real loss—it’s the missed opportunity that comes from not even making the attempt. Trying, regardless of the outcome, holds more value than avoiding risk out of fear. To not try is to preemptively deny yourself growth, learning, or even unexpected success. In what area of your life are you holding back from trying because of fear, self-doubt, or perfectionism? How about taking one small, imperfect step forward?

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Old Testament Scriptures on Wisdom

You’ll find passages that emphasize the fear of the Lord, wisdom expressed through obedience, and the way God gives wisdom for leadership, justice, craftsmanship, speech, humility, and endurance.

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Proverbs Scriptures on Wisdom

Proverbs show how wisdom is formed, pursued, and lived out according to God’s design. Verses are grouped by theme—from the fear of the Lord and the pursuit of wisdom, to discernment, speech, counsel, and the contrasting outcomes of wise and foolish living.

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New Testament Scriptures on Wisdom

This curated collection highlights how God’s wisdom contrasts with the wisdom of the world, how it transforms the mind, and how it is expressed through obedience, humility, discernment, and love.

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