I must admit that is general i have little use for cliches (does the plural really lose the cool tilde thing?). I am not a fan of bumper sticker or billboard theology. And I really have little use for short contrived labels for peoples of groups of people.
But this one cliché I hold precious: “There is no such thing as a stupid question.” To put all my cards on the table, I must admit my biases. I more than once was throw out of my elementary school classroom for refusing to cease with my inquiries. Once I frustrated the teacher so much that he forgot to ever bring me back in the room that day. Subconsciously, I figure he could just couldn’t handle one more “why?”
But by asking questions even to the point of annoyance, I have learned so much. I know things about things that I never could possible use. I know how to do things I should never try. As a result of many questions, I fear not Jeopardy nor Trivial pursuit. And beyond all that useless knowledge, I also have gained much knowledge and wisdom that I use quite regularly.  Knowledge of all sorts of practical things. Wisdom about all sorts of things, both practical and spiritual.
I suppose there may be some genetic discrepancies in intelligence. But I truly believe that the primary difference between “smart” people and others is there ability to question, whether that be out loud (as was and is my style) or internally (as some who will read this do), and then demand an answer of others or themselves (or Google).
I believe this applies also to spiritual wisdom. When you are reading the bible, or in bible study, or in church, ask questions. Yes bug your Pastor. Demand answers from your parents. Dialogue with your brothers ans sisters in Christ. But always when asking questions, be ready to learn. Approach it with the humility that asking questions naturally suggests.
Yes most cliches are useless. This one I live by: Â There is no such thing as a stupid question.
