Bible Verses for Wisdom & Guidance
World English Bible
The Bible's invitation is clear: "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him" (James 1:5). Wisdom in Scripture is not merely intelligence — it is practical, God-given discernment for living well.
These Bible verses on wisdom come especially from Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and James — books written specifically to guide us in how to live, lead, decide, and relate to others. Whether you are facing a major decision or simply want to grow in understanding, these passages are for you.
“But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him.”
“Let no man despise your youth; but be an example to those who believe, in word, in your way of life, in love, in spirit, in faith, and in purity.”
“Be careful that you don't let anyone rob you through his philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the elements of the world, and not after Christ.”
“For he will put his angels in charge of you, to guard you in all your ways.”
“redeeming the time, because the days are evil.”
“He will cover you with his feathers. Under his wings you will take refuge. His faithfulness is your shield and rampart.”
“I will say of Yahweh, "He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in whom I trust."”
“Therefore watch carefully how you walk, not as unwise, but as wise;”
“He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.”
“You shall not be afraid of the terror by night, nor of the arrow that flies by day;”
“I will satisfy him with long life, and show him my salvation." A Psalm. A song for the Sabbath day.”
“For he will deliver you from the snare of the fowler, and from the deadly pestilence.”
“nor of the pestilence that walks in darkness, nor of the destruction that wastes at noonday.”
“"Because he has set his love on me, therefore I will deliver him. I will set him on high, because he has known my name.”
“A thousand may fall at your side, and ten thousand at your right hand; but it will not come near you.”
“no evil shall happen to you, neither shall any plague come near your dwelling.”
“He will call on me, and I will answer him. I will be with him in trouble. I will deliver him, and honor him.”
“Because you have made Yahweh your refuge, and the Most High your dwelling place,”
“They will bear you up in their hands, so that you won't dash your foot against a stone.”
“You will only look with your eyes, and see the recompense of the wicked.”
“You will tread on the lion and cobra. You will trample the young lion and the serpent underfoot.”
“Therefore don't be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.”
“Gray hair is a crown of glory. It is attained by a life of righteousness.”
“and the dust returns to the earth as it was, and the spirit returns to God who gave it.”
“But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceful, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.”
“who desires all people to be saved and come to full knowledge of the truth.”
“The fear of Yahweh is the beginning of knowledge; but the foolish despise wisdom and instruction.”
“The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who is wise listens to counsel.”
“The glory of young men is their strength. The splendor of old men is their gray hair.”
“and even to old age I am he, and even to gray hairs will I carry you. I have made, and I will bear; yes, I will carry, and will deliver.”