Monday, September 9, 2024

Wisdom Please - No Boasting

Prayer~ Lord Jesus—above all I seek You. Please give me wisdom as I search for You and fill me with understanding as I apply Your teachings to my life. Thank you!  

But to those called by God to salvation, both Jews and Gentiles, Christ is the power of God and the wisdom of God. This foolish plan of God is wiser than the wisest of human plans, and God's weakness is stronger than the greatest of human strength. Remember, dear brothers and sisters, that few of you were wise in the world's eyes or powerful or wealthy when God called you. Instead, God chose things the world considers foolish in order to shame those who think they are wise. And he chose things that are powerless to shame those who are powerful. God chose things despised by the world, things counted as nothing at all, and used them to bring to nothing what the world considers important. As a result, no one can ever boast in the presence of God. 1 Corinthians 1:24-29

 

Meditate ~ Do you consider yourself to be wise? Why/why not? 

 

What is your view of wisdom? Where does it come from? How do you get it?  

In this passage Paul tells us that Jesus Christ is the power and the wisdom of God. The Wisdom of God. To me that is all knowing, all caring. 

What is wisdom? From Collin’s dictionary online, wisdom is…the quality of being wise; power of judging rightly, and following the soundest course of action, based on knowledge, experience, understanding, good judgment; learning; knowledge; erudition. The Bible is filled with wise words…Wisdom.

Fear of the LORD is the foundation of true wisdom. All who obey his commandments will grow in wisdom. Praise him forever! Psalm 111:10 (NLT)

 

Joyful is the person who finds wisdom, the one who gains understanding. Proverbs 3:13 (NLT)

 

Getting wisdom is the wisest thing you can do! And whatever else you do, develop good judgment.  Proverbs 4:7 (NLT)

 

Oh, how great are God’s riches and wisdom and knowledge! How impossible it is for us to understand his decisions and his ways! Romans 11:33 (NLT)

 

No, the wisdom we speak of is the mystery of God--his plan that was previously hidden, even though he made it for our ultimate glory before the world began. 1 Corinthians 2:7 (NLT)

 

But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. It is full of mercy and good deeds. It shows no favoritism and is always sincere. James 3:17 (NLT)

Wisdom is a mystery—yet something so desirable and pure, merciful, peaceful, and gentle. That sounds like Christ Himself. Yes. So, what are some hints as to where we find wisdom? Job speaks of this in his discussions with his friends and God.

"But do people know where to find wisdom? Where can they find understanding? It is hidden from the eyes of all humanity. Even the sharp-eyed birds in the sky cannot discover it. Destruction and Death say, 'We've heard only rumors of where wisdom can be found.' "God alone understands the way to wisdom; he knows where it can be found, ... Then he saw wisdom and evaluated it. He set it in place and examined it thoroughly. And this is what he says to all humanity: 'The fear of the Lord is true wisdom; to forsake evil is real understanding.'" Job 28:20-23, 27-28

 

As Solomon wrote in Proverbs, to respect God…to fear Him…is the beginning of wisdom. I guess that is where we all need to start…reverently seeking God and as a result, we’ll find wisdom! It is not something instantaneous—it takes time, effort, humility…and love. Once again, it all comes back to love.  Loving God and loving others. We each have that choice to make…day by day, moment by moment. What choice have you made today to follow Jesus…and to seek Wisdom? 

 

Verse of Salvation ~ Though the LORD is very great and lives in heaven, he will make Jerusalem his home of justice and righteousness. In that day he will be your sure foundation, providing a rich store of salvation, wisdom, and knowledge. The fear of the LORD will be your treasure. Isaiah 33:5-6

 

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