In his sermon on Proverbs 8–9, Stephen Davey explains that Solomon contrasts two invitations—one from Lady Wisdom and one from Lady Folly—each calling out publicly and urgently for a response. Lady Wisdom offers truth, discernment, godly living, and life, showing that wisdom comes from God Himself and was present at creation. Those who accept her invitation grow in understanding and learn to walk straight paths that honor God and bless others. Lady Folly mimics Wisdom’s invitation but offers stolen pleasures that ultimately lead to shame, judgment, and death. Davey concludes that every person must choose which invitation to accept, because choosing wisdom leads to life worth living, while choosing folly leads to ruin.
An Invitation from a Woman Named Wisdom
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