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Wisdom originates from God Proverbs 8:22 What is knowledge? Dawsonology: The acquisition of Gods Word by means of reading, studying, and meditating upon. Websters: facts, information, and skills acquired by a person through experience or education; the theoretical or practical understanding of a subject; awareness or familiarity gained by experience of a fact or situation. Represents a tool box of revelation concerning God, humanity, creation and the spiritual realm, all gathered from the Word of God. What is understanding? Dawsonology: The action of phase or buy-in phase of the process. Understanding involves internalizing knowledge so that it directs actions. Webster: the power of comprehending; the power to make experience intelligible by applying concepts and categories. Proverbs 2:1-2 (Chapter one states the purpose for wisdom, while chapter states the prerequisites for wisdom.) The 8 ifs of the prerequisites to wisdom: o If you receive/accept my words- the idea of welcoming Gods instruction o If you treasure my commands in your heart where Gods Word takes on genuine value to you; something precious. o If you incline your ear (listen closely) to wisdom to eliminate distractions for focused listening. o If you apply (direct) your heart to understanding it suggests what a person does who plans to take corrective action. o If you cry out (pray) for discernment (insight) the ability to foresee or to see behind the scenes; to interpret motives or perceived danger. o If you lift your voice (pray) for understanding implies to pray for the strength needed to do what needs to be done. o If you seek her as silver curious why Solomon chose to use the word silver here instead of gold. 1st Kings 10:21 o If you search for her (wisdom) like hidden treasure- the idea is like someone mining for gold or looking for hidden treasure. Proverbs 2:5 Then you will: o Understand the fear of the Lord (comprehend) o Knowledge find the knowledge of God (specific revelation)
2014 Darryl J. Dawson, Sr.
Proverbs 2:6 The Lord gives wisdom: o The word used here implies abiding success or victory in life. Proverbs 2:7 He stores up sound wisdom for the upright. It conveys the idea that God is saving His insightful wisdom and instruction for those who have decided to obey Him in daily life.
Author Bio
An energetic, talented, and Spirit-controlled teacher, Darryl J. Dawson, Sr. - a 2011 graduate of Luther Rice Seminary and former youth pastor - keeps it real. Honest, open and transparent, he makes it easy to open up and have a lively discussion by sharing his own struggles, shortcomings, and successes. Biblically-sound and true to God's Word, Darryl always positions us and challenges us to leave class and go apply God's principles to our lives. Darryl and his wife Shari have three sons, and make their home in Stockbridge, Georgia. They are members of First Baptist Atlanta. Darryl is active in youth sports, coaching championship teams in football, baseball, and basketball. You can listen to the audio that accompanies these notes at http://www.fbalifelines.org/lessons.html