Proverbs 9:10 – Today’s Verse for April 13, 2025 Sunday

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.“
— Proverbs 9:10 KJV

Reflection on Today's Verse

Let’s be honest—“fear” doesn’t exactly sound like the gateway to wisdom. But this kind of fear isn’t about hiding or trembling. It’s about awe. It’s standing in front of God’s greatness and realizing we are very small—and very loved.

Wisdom doesn’t start with books or brains. It starts when we admit we’re not in charge. When we stop pretending we’ve got it all figured out and look up instead of around. That’s where it begins—knowing God, respecting His holiness, and realizing grace is not earned, but given.

Understanding isn’t just knowing facts about God. It’s knowing Him. And once that happens, everything else starts to make sense—even the parts that don’t.

Personal Prayer

Lord, You are holy, wise, and far beyond my understanding—yet You invite me close. Help me to fear You rightly—not with dread, but with deep respect and wonder. Teach my heart to see You as You are: mighty, merciful, and full of grace.

I confess, I chase knowledge everywhere but forget that true wisdom starts with You. Pull me back. Quiet the noise. Show me how to live with reverence, not arrogance. Fill me with the kind of understanding that doesn’t puff up, but bows low.

Make my life reflect Your wisdom—not to impress, but to honor You. Teach me to walk in step with Your truth, one surrendered step at a time. Amen. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12)