6d • Wisdom
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‘Have not I written to thee excellent things in counsels and knowledge,’ Proverbs 22:20
Proverbs 22:20 affirms both the quality and the intention of God’s instruction. Scripture emphasizes that divine wisdom is not random or superficial, but carefully given, weighty, and trustworthy. The word “excellent” speaks of things set apart—truths that rise above common opinion and human reasoning. God’s counsel carries authority because it originates from His character and understanding.
This confidence in God’s written instruction is echoed throughout Scripture. Psalm 19:7 declares, “The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul,” showing that what God gives is complete and transformative. Likewise, Psalm 119:130 teaches, “The entrance of thy words giveth light; it giveth understanding unto the simple.” God’s knowledge illuminates where human insight falls short, offering clarity rather than confusion.
The pairing of “counsels and knowledge” highlights both direction and understanding. God does not merely inform; He guides. Proverbs 3:6 captures this balance when it says, “In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” Divine wisdom provides both the why and the where—truth to grasp and a path to walk.
Practically, Proverbs 22:20 calls believers to take Scripture seriously as the primary source of wisdom. It challenges the tendency to treat God’s word as optional advice rather than excellent counsel. Isaiah 48:17 reinforces this posture when it says, “I am the LORD thy God which teacheth thee to profit, which leadeth thee by the way that thou shouldest go.” Trusting God’s instruction leads to benefit, not restriction.
Ultimately, this verse invites reflection on gratitude and responsibility. God has written excellent things—not to impress, but to guide. James 1:21 captures the proper response when it exhorts, “Receive with meekness the engrafted word, which is able to save your souls.” Wisdom received humbly becomes wisdom lived faithfully, anchoring life in truth that is both excellent and enduring.
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