Meditate on this passage which is filled with God’s wisdom and guidance for us. God reminds us to never let wisdom and understanding out of our sight, so we can exercise sound judgment and discretion. These are wonderful words for us as we consider the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders—5 (DSM-5) as well as authentic Christian theology grounded in Scripture.
As you meditate on these words, consider the many ways we learn and our sources of knowledge, all of which ultimately come from God. Consider how learning the latest scientifically grounded diagnostic information for mental and emotional disorders reflects God’s wisdom. Consider asking for God’s help as you integrate the best of science and God’s word to better help those whom God has entrusted to you to care and comfort.
The passage ends with some comforting words for all of us, namely, that if we seek wisdom, understanding, sound judgment, and discretion, we will be safe in God’s arms and have nothing for which we need to experience fear and anxiety.
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