Wisdom as an investment.

As we continue our study of Proverbs, we find that wisdom is an investment. Dictionary.com defines investment as "the investing of money or capital in order to gain profitable returns, as interest, income, or appreciation in value." In other words, an investment is something you spend money (or something else) for that you hope will be worth even more later. Let's read from Proverbs 3.

¹³ Blessed is the one who finds wisdom. Blessed is the one who gains understanding. ¹⁴ Wisdom pays better than silver does. She earns more than gold does. ¹⁵ She is worth more than rubies. Nothing you want can compare with her.

Proverbs 3:13-15 (NIrV)

Discussion

• What are some things that you have spent your own money (or gift cards) on?
• What are some things that you want to save your money for?
• People sometimes invest in precious metals such as gold and silver. Over time, they become more valuable. Which is more valuable: Wisdom or silver?
• What about wisdom or gold?
• Another valuable thing people invest in are precious gemstones like diamonds and rubies. Which is more valuable: Wisdom or rubies?
• Can you think of one thing that you really, really want?
• Which is better: Wisdom or the thing you really, really want?
• Do you think you've been learning wisdom from our study of Proverbs?
• Do you think it is a good investment?