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“Those that seek Me early shall find Me” (Proverbs 8:17).
In this chapter of Proverbs, wisdom is spoken of as if it were a person — a woman. She makes herself easily available to anyone who wants wisdom. In the beginning of the chapter, she cries “at the gates” of the city, and “standeth in the top of high places.” She is easy to see! Later in the chapter, we find that wisdom is Christ Himself, for Christ is the wisdom of God for our pathway in this world. Also, we find that Christ takes a real interest in us, for He says, “My delights were with the sons of men” (Proverbs 8:31).
However, we must do our part too, for we must want to get wisdom from God. It is important to seek this wisdom early in our lives, as today’s verse teaches us. God makes it available to us, but He does not force it on us. But those who seek for wisdom early will find her and get the benefit of her guidance. We need guidance from God today, more than ever before.
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