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The Way of Wisdom in a World of Choices — 3/18/2026 10:00 AM
Today's speaker is Dr. Trevin Wax, Vice President of Research and Development with the North American Mission Board. Dr. Wax encourages us to look to God's Word for wisdom and discernment when seeking His will for our lives. His text is Proverbs 4:10-19.
Notes
Chapel Recap: Walking the Path of Wisdom
In today’s chapel, Trevin Wax taught from Proverbs 4:10–19 to address a question that shapes everyday life: How do we know the will of God?
“We often base our identity in the choices we make,” Wax said. But Scripture invites a different approach. Instead of obsessing over getting every decision exactly right, you are called to pursue wisdom before you pursue answers (vv. 10–13). Wisdom anchors your life in God’s truth, shaping how you think, live, and choose. “When you face big decisions, know you don’t have to face them alone,” he reminded. God is present, guiding His people through His Word and His providence.
Wax offered a freeing perspective: “God’s providence is bigger than your choices.” This doesn’t minimize responsibility, but it removes the crushing pressure to control every outcome. Wax then mentions the call to believers based on that wisdom: “Go after the good and trust God with the results.”
Next, Wax warned to stay off sin’s path before it steers your steps (vv. 14–17). Avoiding sin early is far easier than trying to escape it later. Wisdom recognizes danger before it becomes destruction.
Finally, he contrasted two paths: one that brightens and one that blinds (vv. 18–19). “The beauty of wisdom is that you see reality more clearly,” Wax said. The way of wisdom is not a single leap but a step-by-step journey where each faithful step leads to greater clarity and light.
Proverbs 4 reminds us that knowing God’s will is less about finding a hidden answer and more about walking a faithful path. Pursue wisdom, avoid sin, and trust that as we walk with God, He will lead us exactly where we need to go.
Wax ended his message with a simple, but compelling question: What path are you walking today?