"Though it cost you all you have, get understanding." – Proverbs 4:7b

Wisdom is a costly commodity.

We pay the price in time, heartache, experience, and study as well as money.

Yet, the wise man of old testifies to its enduring value. "It is worth all you have" is his message to those who might cheat themselves out of wisdom's riches.

It might hurt. It might bring you loss. It will cost you something, but get it. Whatever you do, get it.

In a world where we shy away from discomfort and inconvenience, we are admonished to sacrifice very visible treasures for invisible values. We do well to embrace the challenge, lean into our pain, and go for understanding.