“Whoever gets sense loves his own soul; he who keeps understanding will discover good” (Proverbs 19:8 ESV).

We typically give our bodies what they need (e.g., food, sleep, shelter), but what about our souls? If we really want to take care of ourselves, we need to watch over our souls (cf. Matthew 16:26) and develop our minds. The best way to do this is to learn about God’s Word and the wisdom that comes from Him. If we do this, we will have done more good for ourselves than any other person possibly could have.

by Jeremy Sprouse