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.
Jane Muthoni (Guest) on July 15, 2019
Short but so impactful! ⚡ It’s incredible how a few simple words can carry so much meaning. This quote may be short, but it packs a punch, and it’s something I’ll be reflecting on for a long time. It reminds me that sometimes, the most powerful messages don’t need to be long or complicated—they just need to be real and honest. Thank you for sharing this—it’s such a powerful reminder of the importance of simplicity in life.
Francis Mtangi (Guest) on July 13, 2019
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. – John 3:16
Francis Njeru (Guest) on July 9, 2019
Philippians 3:12-14 – "Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus."
Margaret Mahiga (Guest) on July 9, 2019
My soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from him. – Psalm 62:1
Raha (Guest) on June 27, 2019
1 Corinthians 15:50-52 – "I declare to you, brothers and sisters, that flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God, nor does the perishable inherit the imperishable. Listen, I tell you a mystery: We will not all sleep, but we will all be changed—in a flash, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, the dead will be raised imperishable, and we will be changed."
Elizabeth Mrope (Guest) on June 26, 2019
Faith makes things possible, not easy. – Unknown
Kevin Maina (Guest) on June 20, 2019
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him. – Romans 15:13
Lydia Mahiga (Guest) on June 19, 2019
God's love and mercy never fail
Tambwe (Guest) on June 17, 2019
Philippians 3:20-21 – "But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ, who, by the power that enables him to bring everything under his control, will transform our lowly bodies so that they will be like his glorious body."
Jafari (Guest) on June 15, 2019
1 John 5:14-15 – "This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us—whatever we ask—we know that we have what we asked of him."
Alice Mwikali (Guest) on June 14, 2019
This quote brightened my day. 🌞 I’ve been feeling pretty down lately, but this quote really brought a ray of sunshine into my life. It’s incredible how something so simple can have such a positive impact on your mood. I’m so grateful for this moment of positivity—it’s just what I needed to lift my spirits and remind me that brighter days are always ahead. Thank you for posting something that spreads so much joy and light!
John Lissu (Guest) on June 11, 2019
Exactly what I needed to hear. 🎯 It’s like this quote was written specifically for me. I’ve been going through a tough time, and these words are exactly the encouragement I needed to keep going. Sometimes, you just need a little reminder that things will get better, and this quote gave me that hope. Thank you for sharing something so timely and meaningful—it’s made a world of difference for me today!
Mary Njeri (Guest) on May 27, 2019
True faith rests upon the character of God and asks no further proof than the moral perfections of the One who cannot lie. – A.W. Tozer
Victor Malima (Guest) on May 17, 2019
God has a purpose even in your pain
Tabitha Okumu (Guest) on May 12, 2019
The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace. – Numbers 6:24-26
Rashid (Guest) on May 12, 2019
Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this. – Psalm 37:5
Joseph Kitine (Guest) on May 6, 2019
We must walk by faith and not by sight, trusting that God is leading us even when we don’t understand His ways. – Unknown
Janet Sumaye (Guest) on May 6, 2019
Exactly what I needed today! 🌟
Rose Mwinuka (Guest) on April 10, 2019
Let your faith be bigger than your fear. – Unknown
Charles Mchome (Guest) on April 9, 2019
1 Corinthians 10:12-13 – "So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don’t fall! No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it."
Susan Wangari (Guest) on April 7, 2019
For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God. – Ephesians 2:8
Hashim (Guest) on April 4, 2019
1 Peter 1:13-16 – "Therefore, with minds that are alert and fully sober, set your hope on the grace to be brought to you when Jesus Christ is revealed at his coming. As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: 'Be holy, because I am holy.'"
David Musyoka (Guest) on March 31, 2019
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts. – Colossians 3:15
Omar (Guest) on March 31, 2019
Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. – Romans 8:1
Maida (Guest) on March 13, 2019
When God closes a door, He opens a window. But it’s up to you to have the faith to find it. – Unknown
Benjamin Masanja (Guest) on March 13, 2019
Blessings to you and your family.
Ramadhan (Guest) on February 16, 2019
Great motivation for the day!
Daniel Obura (Guest) on February 13, 2019
Hebrews 10:35-36 – "So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded. You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised."
Kevin Maina (Guest) on February 1, 2019
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. – Deuteronomy 31:6
Nassor (Guest) on February 1, 2019
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. – Matthew 11:28
Peter Mwambui (Guest) on January 31, 2019
Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it. – Proverbs 4:23
Alice Jebet (Guest) on January 27, 2019
I can feel the wisdom in this quote—it’s definitely one to remember.
Janet Mwikali (Guest) on January 25, 2019
John 7:37-39 – "On the last and greatest day of the festival, Jesus stood and said in a loud voice, 'Let anyone who is thirsty come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.' By this he meant the Spirit, whom those who believed in him were later to receive. Up to that time the Spirit had not been given, since Jesus had not yet been glorified."
Henry Mollel (Guest) on January 25, 2019
Such a positive message! 🌞
Faith Kariuki (Guest) on January 12, 2019
Faith is trusting God when you have unanswered questions. – Joel Osteen
George Mallya (Guest) on January 6, 2019
Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. – Ephesians 4:32
Raha (Guest) on December 30, 2018
Faith is like Wi-Fi, it’s invisible but it has the power to connect you to what you need. – Unknown
Anthony Kariuki (Guest) on December 24, 2018
God love never fails.
Janet Wambura (Guest) on December 22, 2018
Strength comes from the Lord
Leila (Guest) on December 17, 2018
Ephesians 2:8-10 – "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do."
Saidi (Guest) on December 12, 2018
You don’t need great faith; you need faith in a great God. – Unknown
Abdullah (Guest) on November 27, 2018
Faith is not the absence of fear; it is the presence of trust. – Unknown
George Wanjala (Guest) on November 27, 2018
The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms. – Deuteronomy 33:27
Mgeni (Guest) on November 8, 2018
But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one. – 2 Thessalonians 3:3
Fadhila (Guest) on November 4, 2018
Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith. – Hebrews 12:2
Frank Macha (Guest) on October 22, 2018
The life of faith is a daily adventure of discovering how reliable God is. – Unknown
Patrick Kidata (Guest) on October 21, 2018
For we walk by faith, not by sight. – 2 Corinthians 5:7
Joy Wacera (Guest) on October 14, 2018
For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them. – Matthew 18:20
John Lissu (Guest) on October 10, 2018
Amazing how a few words can make such a big difference in perspective.
Mariam Hassan (Guest) on October 9, 2018
Faith is trusting in the goodness of God and His love for you, even when life is hard. – Francis Chan
Ibrahim (Guest) on October 9, 2018
And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. – Hebrews 10:24
Ruth Mtangi (Guest) on October 7, 2018
I always feel a sense of peace after reading quotes from your site.
Alex Nyamweya (Guest) on October 7, 2018
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding
Neema (Guest) on October 4, 2018
This quote sums up exactly what I’ve been feeling lately!
Thomas Mtaki (Guest) on October 2, 2018
James 3:13-18 – "Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. Such ‘wisdom’ does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice. But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness."
Josephine Nduta (Guest) on September 27, 2018
This one really hit home. I’m going to share it with my friends.
Catherine Naliaka (Guest) on September 26, 2018
1 John 2:15-17 – "Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father is not in them. For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—comes not from the Father but from the world. The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever."
Fatuma (Guest) on September 22, 2018
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. – Philippians 4:6
Abubakari (Guest) on September 14, 2018
Matthew 25:14-18 – "Again, it will be like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted his wealth to them. To one he gave five bags of gold, to another two bags, and to another one bag, each according to his ability. Then he went on his journey. The man who had received five bags of gold went at once and put his money to work and gained five bags more. So also, the one with two bags of gold gained two more. But the man who had received one bag went off, dug a hole in the ground and hid his master’s money."
Daudi (Guest) on September 11, 2018
Romans 12:9-13 – "Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality."