Faith is built through knowledge,

which comes through study of the Word

Wisdom comes through knowing,

Knowing grows by each Word that’s heard.

Sometimes we hear and recognize that what we’ve heard is truth,

but unless we grow in knowledge our faith remains as that of a youth.

We must study the Word and absorb it and give it a place in our heart

But unless we apply it and use it,

the growth of wisdom will end at the start

Just like a seed that is planted, it requires water if it is to grow

The knowledge we strive to acquire

is meant for more than simply “TO KNOW”.

Some men are filled with great knowledge

acquired through years of great toil,

But unless they apply it to the rest of their lives, 

its buried in unwatered soil.

Knowledge learned and then stored away is wasted and has no effect, 

Unless it’s shared and applied to our lives it dies from wasteful neglect.

The Lord said that His people perish, for lack of knowledge, - it’s so;

And once you acquire the knowledge,

what do you do with the knowledge you know?

Acquire knowledge with your head and store it in your heart

Speak it with your tongue each day,

and to others, your knowledge impart.

We don’t live by bread alone, but by each Word God has spoken,

Unless His Word controls our lives, this covenant by us is broken.

So enrich your faith and learn His Word and apply it every day,

for knowledge of His Holy Word will help us live His way.