The ancient writer of today’s first reading says to us that wisdom is to be found by those who look for her: “Watch for her early and you will have no trouble; you will find her sitting at your gates.†Wisdom is a grace of God, which is meant for human hearts. Our hearts are the proper home for this divine gift of grace. Where else would wisdom live if not in the hearts of good and upright people?
We are not know-alls. We do not pretend to a superior knowledge of life. Wisdom is a gift that embraces others in love, and teaches us humility about our own state. Let us aspire to be wise every day. Let us ask for wisdom to understand one another, to encourage one another, and to witness to the Lord, who is the power and the wisdom of God.