Proverbs 2

 Wisdom isn't just about gaining insight - it's about protection. 

When we seek wisdom, it'll help us have an understanding of the fear of the Lord and a deep, relational understanding of God himself. 

Wisdom isn't something we gain from going to church or just being around other wise people. We actually have to hunt for it in earnest, passionate pursuit. Enjoy and value learning. Enjoy and value the truth. Each must value and internalize God's commandments - memorizing only won't cut it. And surrender our hearts to the truth. When we seek for it, truly and sincerely, we will find it. 

Vs. 10-11 shows us that wisdom brings protection. When wisdom is something we welcome in our heart, it starts to guard us. Wisdom needs to be internalized and valued so we can develop the kind of judgment that helps us avoid harm and make smart choices. 

Discretion (good judgment and the ability to make wise choices) will protect from moral and physical danger. Insight and discernment will help keep us safe on the right path and away from destructive situations. 

Then practically, wisdom protects us from the evil man - someone who has turned away from God's way and could pull us to do the same - and from the strange woman - someone who is seductive and morally unfaithful. This represents any kind of enticing, destructive influence. She uses flattering words to lure and represents moral and spiritual compromise. She brings spiritual, emotional, and relational destruction. This is warning not to just avoid lust, but to avoid anything that deceives us into betrayal of the truth. 

So, pursuing God's wisdom is the most valuable journey we can take. Do the work it takes to form a heart that walks with God, sees through evil, and stays on the path that leads to life.