Crossroads

"Does not wisdom call? Does not understanding raise her voice? On the heights beside the way, at the crossroads she takes her stand; beside the gates in front of the town, at the entrance of the portals she cries aloud" (Proverbs 8:1-3).

This passage is very similar to Proverbs 1:20-21 in that it assures us that wisdom is calling out to us in a way that we can hear her. She positions herself in strategic locations around the city so that we can know how to navigate the very busy and confusing roads of life.

But are we listening?

With rhetorical questions, Solomon is telling us that wisdom and understanding are calling with a loud voice. These beautiful sisters stand on high ground as well as low ground. They position themselves at the gates of town as we work our way toward and through everyday decisions. They sit at our window as we look out toward the future.

It is at the crossroads we find wisdom and understanding calling us to lean on them. Crossroads are about making a decision. Which way do I go? Do I turn here or do I go straight? Am I in the right place or not? Wisdom and understanding will let us know.

As you find yourself in the city, by the window, on the hills, or in the valleys... heed the call of wisdom and understanding. As you find yourself at the crossroads of your life, allow understanding and wisdom to call you in the right direction. For it is wisdom and understanding that will guard your steps.