Solomon opens the book by explaining what it's for. And in doing so, he defines exactly what we need to win in 2026. This verse gives us the two fundamental pillars of any achievement:
Wisdom (The Map)
In the original Hebrew, the word Chokmah (wisdom) means "skill for living." It's not about having a brain full of data; it's having the technical skill to navigate life. It's knowing how to choose the path, how to decide, how to build. Entering 2026 without wisdom is like entering a forest without a compass.
Instruction/Discipline (The Fuel)
The word here can also be translated as "discipline." Having the map (wisdom) is of no use if you don't have the discipline to walk.
The Summary for 2026: Many have goals (dreams), but few have the method. God's method for your success this year is the inseparable union between seeing the right path (insight) and having the consistency to walk it (discipline).