Drink Devotional Method: Choosing Wisdom Over Folly (Proverbs 9)

May 16, 2025
Daily Devotions, Proverbs

Good morning! Our devotional reading for today is on Proverbs chapter 9, where the paths of wisdom and folly are clearly set before us. Both call out for our attention, but only one leads to life. As we read, may our hearts be inclined to choose the way that pleases the Lord.

D – Devotional Reading (Proverbs 9, KJV)

Proverbs 9 (KJV)

Wisdom hath builded her house, she hath hewn out her seven pillars:

She hath killed her beasts; she hath mingled her wine; she hath also furnished her table.

She hath sent forth her maidens: she crieth upon the highest places of the city,

Whoso is simple, let him turn in hither: as for him that wanteth understanding, she saith to him,

Come, eat of my bread, and drink of the wine which I have mingled.

Forsake the foolish, and live; and go in the way of understanding.

He that reproveth a scorner getteth to himself shame: and he that rebuketh a wicked man getteth himself a blot.

Reprove not a scorner, lest he hate thee: rebuke a wise man, and he will love thee.

Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just man, and he will increase in learning.

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.

For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased.

If thou be wise, thou shalt be wise for thyself: but if thou scornest, thou alone shalt bear it.

A foolish woman is clamorous: she is simple, and knoweth nothing.

For she sitteth at the door of her house, on a seat in the high places of the city,

To call passengers who go right on their ways:

Whoso is simple, let him turn in hither: and as for him that wanteth understanding, she saith to him,

Stolen waters are sweet, and bread eaten in secret is pleasant.

But he knoweth not that the dead are there; and that her guests are in the depths of hell.

R – Reflection

In this chapter, I see two invitations—one from Wisdom, the other from a foolish woman. Both sound similar: “Whoso is simple, let him turn in hither.” But what follows those calls are vastly different paths.

Wisdom prepares a feast that nourishes and gives life (vv. 1–6). She represents God's truth, calling me to forsake foolishness and live in understanding. On the other hand, folly is loud and deceptive (v. 13). She offers sweet stolen waters and secret bread (v. 17), but her guests end up in the depths of hell (v. 18).

I realize how easy it is to fall for the appearance of pleasure—remember, the Lord uses a woman to represent the pleasure of the world. The world often makes folly look desirable, but God reminds me that the end of that path is death.

Verse 10 becomes my anchor: “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.” That’s the foundation I need to choose rightly.

I – Instruction

God’s Word teaches me that true wisdom is rooted in a "reverent" fear of Him. It begins not with intelligence or success, but with humility before the Lord.

The verse clearly declares that:

If I am wise, it will benefit me (v. 12).
If I scorn (mock or despise) His ways, I bear the consequences alone.
Correction and rebuke are not to shame me, but to help me grow (vv. 7–9).

There’s also a clear warning: not everyone will accept correction, especially the scorner. I must discern when to speak and when to walk away, letting God deal with hearts I cannot reach.

N – Now Live It

Today, I am chosing wisdom over folly. I will be mindful of the (many) voices calling for my attention and test them against God's Word. I will not be seduced by fleeting pleasures that end in destruction. Instead, I will sit at the table Wisdom has prepared—God’s Word, God’s presence, God’s truth.

Let me be teachable, open to correction, and always growing in the knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ. I will walk the path of understanding, not the way of secret sins.

K – Kneel in Prayer

Heavenly Father, Thank You for showing me the path of wisdom. Help me to fear You with a pure heart and to hunger for the knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ. Keep me from the trap of the folly and the deceitfulness of sin that looks pleasant but leads to death. Teach me to love correction and to grow in grace. May my life reflect the wisdom that comes from above, today. In Jesus' name, Amen.

👉 You may also read our Proverbs 8 Devotion.

What is DRINK Devotional Method?

The DRINK Devotional Method is a structured personal devotional approach designed to help believers engage with Scripture to intentionally walk and grow daily with Christ. Each letter in DRINK stands for a step while doing your silent moment with the scripture:

- D – Devotional Reading: Read the selected Bible passage slowly and reverently (Preferably at least 1 chapter).
- R – Reflection: Meditate on the truths revealed and how they apply to our walk with God.
- I – Instruction: Identify key lessons, commands, or promises to follow or hold onto.
- N – Now Live It: Commit to a specific action or change based on what God has shown.
- K – Kneel in Prayer: Close with a sincere prayer, asking the Lord for grace to live out His Word.

Whether you’re just starting a daily devotional habit or seeking a more meaningful Christian devotional routine, DRINK offers a simple yet powerful guide to draw closer to God and let His Word shape your life.

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