Proverbs The book of Proverbs has a great deal to say about fools. Time and again the writer notes how stupid, ignorant and destructive they are. Many of his observations would be incredibly funny if they weren’t so serious and sad. In Proverbs 26 he wrote: “A proverb in the mouth of a fool is as useless as a paralysed leg and is like a thorny branch brandished by a drunk”. Another says: “An employer who hires a fool is like an archer who shoots at random” (Proverbs His powerful descriptions of foolishness are, of course, his springboard for commending the importance of wisdom. Everything in life depends on the acquisition of wisdom, which leads to security, loving relationships, success and happiness. And the writer is absolutely clear: the only one who can give that wisdom is God himself. He teaches us that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom (Proverbs Nobody wants to be a fool, but we are all bound to end up being foolish unless we persistently and humbly seek God’s wisdom. We need to keep in mind James’ encouraging advice: “If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you” (James QUESTIONIn what aspect of your life are you particularly aware of your need for God’s wisdom?PRAYERLord God, forgive me for my foolishness and help me, day by day, to seek your wisdom. Amen