When you need to understand

“But it is the spirit in man, the breath of the Almighty, that makes him understand.” (Job 32:8 ESV)

 Call to God for understanding

 “Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.” (Jer. 33:3 NIV)

Unfold God’s Words to get light and understanding

“The unfolding of your words gives light; it gives understanding to the simple.” (Psalm 119:130 NIV) 

A warning 

 “A fool takes no pleasure in understanding, but only in expressing his opinion.” (Prov. 18:2 ESV)

Need understanding on a matter? Ask God for revelation

“I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better.” (Eph. 1:17 NIV)

Therefore…

“Making your ear attentive to wisdom and inclining your heart to understanding; yes, if you call out for insight and raise your voice for understanding, if you seek it like silver and search for it as for hidden treasures, then you will understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God.” (Prov. 2:2-5 ESV)

“The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding.” (Prov. 4:7 NIV) 

Quote:

“Shallow understanding from people of good will is more frustrating than absolute misunderstanding from people of ill will.” - Martin Luther King, Jr.