Growing in Wisdom: 15 Bible Verses for Making Wise Decisions
🌿 Making wise decisions is an important aspect of our lives. While we may feel overwhelmed or uncertain at times, the Bible offers us guidance and wisdom to navigate through life's choices. By seeking God's word and understanding His teachings, we can grow in wisdom and make decisions that align with His will. Let's explore 15 Bible verses that provide us with insight and encouragement in making wise choices.
1️⃣ Proverbs 2:6 - "For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding." As we seek wisdom, we can trust that God will provide it to us. By turning to Him, we can ensure that our decisions are made in alignment with His perfect will.
2️⃣ James 1:5 - "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him." When we find ourselves uncertain, we can come to God in prayer, seeking His wisdom and guidance. He will never withhold wisdom from us but will generously provide it when we ask.
3️⃣ Proverbs 3:5-6 - "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths." Trusting in God's guidance is crucial in decision-making. By surrendering our understanding to Him, He will direct our paths and make them straight.
4️⃣ Philippians 4:6-7 - "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." When faced with challenging decisions, we can find peace by seeking God in prayer and making our requests known to Him.
5️⃣ Matthew 6:33 - "But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." When we prioritize seeking God's will above all else, He promises to provide for our needs. By placing Him first in our decision-making process, we can trust that He will guide us.
6️⃣ Psalm 119:105 - "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." The Bible is a source of wisdom and direction in our lives. By consistently studying and meditating on God's word, we gain insight that illuminates the path ahead, enabling us to make wise choices.
7️⃣ Proverbs 11:14 - "Where there is no guidance, a people falls, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety." Seeking wise counsel is invaluable when making important decisions. Surrounding ourselves with trusted advisors who are grounded in biblical principles can offer valuable insights and guidance.
8️⃣ Psalm 37:5 - "Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will act." When we commit our decisions and plans to God, trusting in His sovereignty, we can rest assured that He will act on our behalf. By surrendering our desires and outcomes to Him, we invite His wisdom to guide us.
9️⃣ Proverbs 16:9 - "The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps." Although we may make plans, it is ultimately God who orchestrates our steps. Trusting in His divine guidance allows us to release control and follow His leading, knowing that His plans are perfect.
🔟 Isaiah 30:21 - "And your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, 'This is the way, walk in it,' when you turn to the right or when you turn to the left." God promises to guide us on the right path. By listening attentively to His voice, we can discern His direction and confidently walk in His ways.
1️⃣1️⃣ Proverbs 12:15 - "The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice." Wisdom involves humility and a willingness to seek advice from others. Recognizing that our own understanding is limited allows us to gain wisdom from those who have walked a similar path.
1️⃣2️⃣ Proverbs 15:22 - "Without counsel plans fail, but with many advisers, they succeed." Seeking the input of wise and godly individuals can provide us with a broader perspective and increase our chances of making informed decisions.
1️⃣3️⃣ Proverbs 19:20 - "Listen to advice and accept instruction, that you may gain wisdom in the future." Being open to correction and guidance is a mark of wisdom. By humbly receiving instruction, we position ourselves to grow in wisdom for the choices we will face in the future.
1️⃣4️⃣ Proverbs 21:5 - "The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance, but everyone who is hasty comes only to poverty." Impulsive decisions often lead to negative consequences. Practicing diligence and taking the time to carefully consider our options can lead to wise choices that bear fruitful outcomes.
1️⃣5️⃣ Proverbs 16:3 - "Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established." By committing our decisions and endeavors to the Lord, we invite His guidance and blessing. When we align our plans with His will, we can have confidence that He will establish our steps and bring about success.
✨ As we journey through life, let's remember that true wisdom comes from God. By seeking His guidance through prayer, studying His word, and seeking counsel from those who follow Him, we can make wise decisions that honor Him. May you be blessed with discernment and the courage to follow God's will in all areas of your life.
Zakaria (Guest) on January 26, 2016
I love how quotes can speak so deeply with just a few words.
Omar (Guest) on January 24, 2016
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. – Philippians 4:13
Mashaka (Guest) on January 21, 2016
This one really motivates me!
Grace Minja (Guest) on January 20, 2016
Luke 10:25-28 – "On one occasion an expert in the law stood up to test Jesus. ‘Teacher,’ he asked, ‘what must I do to inherit eternal life?’ ‘What is written in the Law?’ he replied. ‘How do you read it?’ He answered, ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind, and, love your neighbor as yourself.’ ‘You have answered correctly,’ Jesus replied. ‘Do this and you will live.’"
Nyota (Guest) on January 17, 2016
1 Corinthians 15:54-57 – "When the perishable has been clothed with the imperishable, and the mortal with immortality, then the saying that is written will come true: 'Death has been swallowed up in victory.' 'Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?' The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ."
Josephine (Guest) on January 14, 2016
The righteous person may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all. – Psalm 34:19
Daniel Obura (Guest) on January 7, 2016
Blessings to you and your family.
Edwin Ndambuki (Guest) on December 28, 2015
Faith and prayer are the vitamins of the soul; man cannot live in health without them. – Mahalia Jackson
Rose Mwinuka (Guest) on December 15, 2015
There is hope for a future, for God knows the plans He has for you
Samuel Omondi (Guest) on December 11, 2015
God is faithful; He will never leave you nor forsake you
John Lissu (Guest) on December 10, 2015
Faith is the bridge between where I am and where God is taking me. – Unknown
James Kimani (Guest) on December 9, 2015
Luke 12:33-34 – "Sell your possessions and give to the poor. Provide purses for yourselves that will not wear out, a treasure in heaven that will never fail, where no thief comes near and no moth destroys. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."
Halimah (Guest) on December 5, 2015
John 16:32-33 – "A time is coming and in fact has come when you will be scattered, each to your own home. You will leave me all alone. Yet I am not alone, for my Father is with me. 'I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.'"
Lucy Mahiga (Guest) on November 29, 2015
Faith will get you through the darkest hours if you let it. – Unknown
Raphael Okoth (Guest) on November 25, 2015
Be strong, and let your heart take courage, all you who wait for the Lord! – Psalm 31:24
Anna Mchome (Guest) on November 10, 2015
Romans 8:35-39 – "Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? As it is written: ‘For your sake, we face death all day long; we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.’ No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord."
Josephine Nekesa (Guest) on October 27, 2015
But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin. – 1 John 1:7
Grace Majaliwa (Guest) on October 22, 2015
Luke 24:45-49 – "Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures. He told them, 'This is what is written: The Messiah will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, and repentance for the forgiveness of sins will be preached in his name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. You are witnesses of these things. I am going to send you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.'"
Vincent Mwangangi (Guest) on October 21, 2015
John 15:12-15 – "My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. You are my friends if you do what I command. I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master’s business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you."
Alice Wanjiru (Guest) on October 18, 2015
Such a positive message!
Catherine Naliaka (Guest) on October 14, 2015
This quote is so uplifting! 💫 Honestly, I didn’t realize how much I needed this until I read it. Sometimes, life gets so overwhelming that we forget to look for the simple joys, but this reminded me of the importance of staying positive and focused on the good. This quote shines a light in the darkness and reminds me to keep my head up no matter what challenges I face. Thank you for sharing such an empowering message!
Rukia (Guest) on October 13, 2015
Inspiring words, thank you!
Victor Kimario (Guest) on October 3, 2015
Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. – Jeremiah 17:7
Habiba (Guest) on September 30, 2015
Ephesians 6:14-17 – "Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God."
Daniel Obura (Guest) on September 18, 2015
1 Timothy 2:1-4 – "I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth."
Wilson Ombati (Guest) on September 10, 2015
In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. – Proverbs 3:6
Sharifa (Guest) on September 7, 2015
Romans 8:26-27 – "In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans. And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit because the Spirit intercedes for God’s people in accordance with the will of God."
Joseph Mallya (Guest) on August 31, 2015
Titus 3:3-7 – "At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life."
Elizabeth Mtei (Guest) on August 31, 2015
Grace and peace be with you.
Mchawi (Guest) on August 29, 2015
Matthew 7:7-8 – "Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened."
Betty Kimaro (Guest) on August 26, 2015
Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase. – Martin Luther King Jr.
Joy Wacera (Guest) on August 25, 2015
Faith is not something you have to muster up, it’s something God gives you. – Ephesians 2:8
John Lissu (Guest) on August 23, 2015
For I have redeemed you, I have called you by name, you are mine. – Isaiah 43:1
Jaffar (Guest) on August 20, 2015
Love this, so inspiring!
Patrick Akech (Guest) on August 12, 2015
Your faith may falter, but God’s faithfulness never will. – Unknown
John Lissu (Guest) on August 12, 2015
We know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. – Romans 5:3-4
Esther Cheruiyot (Guest) on August 11, 2015
1 Peter 4:8-10 – "Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms."
Selemani (Guest) on August 7, 2015
And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm, and steadfast. – 1 Peter 5:10
Philip Nyaga (Guest) on August 6, 2015
Matthew 28:18-20 – "Then Jesus came to them and said, 'All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.'"
Sarafina (Guest) on August 2, 2015
Romans 14:10-12 – "You, then, why do you judge your brother or sister? Or why do you treat them with contempt? For we will all stand before God’s judgment seat. It is written: 'As surely as I live,' says the Lord, 'every knee will bow before me; every tongue will acknowledge God.' So then, each of us will give an account of ourselves to God."
Mary Kidata (Guest) on July 26, 2015
I feel this on a deep level. 💓
Charles Mchome (Guest) on July 24, 2015
God love never fails.
Kenneth Murithi (Guest) on July 23, 2015
Faith is not without worry or care, but faith is fear that has said a prayer. – Unknown
Mary Mrope (Guest) on July 16, 2015
Stay strong in the Lord.
Khamis (Guest) on July 12, 2015
This really resonates with me. 💬 It’s amazing how words can connect with you on such a personal level. This quote speaks to exactly what I’ve been feeling lately, and it’s comforting to know that others have felt the same way. It’s given me a new perspective on my situation and reminded me that I’m not alone in what I’m going through. Thank you for posting something so meaningful and relatable!
Charles Wafula (Guest) on July 8, 2015
This quote lifted my spirits! 🌈
Andrew Odhiambo (Guest) on June 25, 2015
God is faithful; He will never leave you nor forsake you
Joyce Nkya (Guest) on June 24, 2015
God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble
Mtumwa (Guest) on June 19, 2015
Wow, this really hit home.
Miriam Mchome (Guest) on June 19, 2015
Faith is trusting that God’s plans are greater than your dreams. – Unknown
Aziza (Guest) on June 15, 2015
Such great wisdom in few words! 🧠 I’m always amazed by how much insight can be packed into just a few lines. This quote is a perfect example of that—it’s concise yet filled with so much wisdom. It’s the kind of quote that leaves a lasting impression and makes you want to live your life with a little more intention and purpose. Thank you for sharing something so thought-provoking and impactful!
Nora Kidata (Guest) on May 30, 2015
Faith is not knowing what the future holds, but knowing who holds the future. – Unknown
Emily Chepngeno (Guest) on May 29, 2015
2 Corinthians 4:7-10 – "But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body."
Brian Karanja (Guest) on May 29, 2015
Straight to the point, love it!
Sarah Karani (Guest) on May 23, 2015
In His presence, there is fullness of joy
Tabu (Guest) on May 22, 2015
Philippians 4:6-7 – "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."
David Sokoine (Guest) on May 8, 2015
So simple, yet profound.
Stephen Kikwete (Guest) on May 5, 2015
Such great wisdom in few words!
Christopher Oloo (Guest) on April 29, 2015
Faith doesn’t make things easy, but it makes them possible. – Unknown
Joyce Mussa (Guest) on April 28, 2015
Such great wisdom in few words! 🧠