Proverbs 19:8 He that gets wisdom loves his own soul: he that keeps understanding shall find good.
This proverb affirms that seeking and living by godly wisdom is not only a spiritual pursuit but an act of self-care and preservation. The one who earnestly seeks wisdom demonstrates that he truly values his own life – both now and eternally.
‘He that gets wisdom loves his own soul…’ To pursue wisdom is to invest in your own well-being. You are not merely gathering knowledge, but aligning your heart with truth, righteousness, and the fear of the Lord, the foundation of all wisdom (9:10). In doing so, you show that you love your own soul enough to guide it in the path that leads to life, peace, and blessing. It is a recognition that living wisely is not restrictive; it’s protective. Wisdom guards your soul from sin, foolishness, destruction, and regret. In essence, seeking wisdom is a form of spiritual self-love, a wise and godly love for the eternal value of your own life.
Many chase after things they think will benefit their lives, money, fame, and status, but wisdom brings lasting reward. When you love wisdom, you are not only choosing to live rightly before God, but you are also safeguarding your soul for eternity. In contrast, rejecting wisdom leads to spiritual neglect, self-destruction, and eventual ruin – Proverbs 8:36 states “He that sinneth against me wrongeth his own soul”. To be continued…
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