“But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, unwavering, without hypocrisy.” (James 3:17, NASB95)

To seek the Lord is a command. Many old and new testament saints were lauded for seeking after God or God’s favor.  Searching the scriptures, God’s word, is a primary means of seeking the Lord.

““Behold, days are coming,” declares the Lord GOD, “When I will send a famine on the land, Not a famine for bread or a thirst for water, But rather for hearing the words of the LORD.” (Amos 8:11, NASB95)

Certainly the written word of God is a book full of wisdom and truth. But wisdom is distinct from knowledge, knowing the word of God does not necessarily result in wisdom.

“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; A good understanding have all those who do His commandments; His praise endures forever.” (Psalm 111:10, NASB95)

“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge; Fools despise wisdom and instruction.” (Proverbs 1:7, NASB95)

“For wisdom will enter your heart And knowledge will be pleasant to your soul;” (Proverbs 2:10, NASB95)

“How blessed is the man who finds wisdom And the man who gains understanding.” (Proverbs 3:13, NASB95)

“But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all generously and without reproach, and it will be given to him.” (James 1:5, NASB95)

“Who among you is wise and understanding? Let him show by his good behavior his deeds in the gentleness of wisdom. But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your heart, do not be arrogant and so lie against the truth. This wisdom is not that which comes down from above, but is earthly, natural, demonic.” (James 3:13–15, NASB95)

Wisdom is not so much earned or a direct result from learning and study as it is a gift, given, bestowed by God. Acquiring knowledge and understanding may lead one to where wisdom may be bestowed, but man receives heavenly wisdom, true wisdom, as a gift of grace from a loving God.