Wisdom might be defined simply as the ability to utilize knowledge (what you know) to achieve a desired goal. But one’s goals are certainly affected by his perspective—his world view. So, can wisdom be the means of both good and evil? Can we ascribe the word wisdom when a selfish person utilizes his so called “acquired knowledge” to reach demented goals? Is he a wise man? NO, of course not; this is not wisdom but craftiness or cunning. Wisdom (as it is defined by God, rather than man) is intrinsically good. “For the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God. For it is written, He taketh the wise in their own craftiness. (1 Corinthians 3:19)” “There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD. (Proverbs 21:30)
God speaks directly to those who boast of “wisdom” associated with a world view that is inconsistent with His Word. “Let no man deceive himself. If any man among you seemeth to be wise in this world, let him become a fool [in his own eyes], that he may be wise. For the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God… (1 Corinthians 3:18–19a)”
The opposite of being wise is to be a fool, and God has much to say about the fool as well: “The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good. (Psalm 14:1)” “A fool’s mouth is his destruction, and his lips are the snare of his soul. (Proverbs 18:7)
If you would be wise, you must first understand, “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction. (Proverbs 1:7)” “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding. (Proverbs 9:10) The substance of true wisdom can not be known apart from God. “For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding. (Proverbs 2:6)” As in every endeavor of life God would be pleased to help you. “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. (James 1:5)”