True life does not flow into us from external circumstances; true life flows out of us from the internal fullness of the Holy Spirit given by our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Scripture instructs us to seek wisdom over the world's esteem or the fleeting worth so many pursue.

Through faith in Jesus, we access the blessings of the covenant. Through our relationship with Jesus, we experience the grace of our covenant-keeping God.

Wisdom is a person who pleads with us to repent and not perish.

Unchecked greed for money and stuff is foolish because it will destroy you.

Throughout our Proverbs series this summer, we'll learn that the key to wisdom is a right relationship with Jesus.

God is the craftsman at work in us. He is the one in whom we place our trust and direct our prayers. We have hope, knowing that he is also the one who can complete his work and answer our prayers.

Let us marvel at our grace-filled comfort from Jesus. And give ourselves to the work we are commissioned to do.