Bible verses about wisdom, discernment, and seeking God's guidance for life's decisions. All verses below are shown in the Clear Bible Translation — a modern English rendering faithful to the original text without archaic language.
Proverbs 3:5
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding.
Read in context →Proverbs 3:6
In all your ways, acknowledge him, and he will direct your paths.
Read in context →Proverbs 9:10
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.
Read in context →Ecclesiastes 7:12
For wisdom is a defense, and money is a defense, but the excellency of knowledge is that wisdom gives life to those who have it.
Read in context →Colossians 2:3
In Christ, all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge are hidden.
Read in context →James 1:5
If any of you needs wisdom, ask God for it. He gives generously to everyone without finding fault, and it will be given to you.
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