WISDOM

Wisdom is a word that is often used but not always fully understood. In the Bible, wisdom is described as the ability to make good decisions, understand the world around us, and live in a way that pleases God. In Proverbs, we read that “the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom” (Proverbs 9:10). This means that wisdom begins with proper respect and reverence for God.

One of the key characteristics of wisdom is that it is practical. It is not just a collection of knowledge or information, but rather a way of living that is rooted in God’s word. The book of James tells us that “if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him” (James 1:5). This means that wisdom is not something that we can acquire on our own, but rather something that God gives to us when we ask for it.

Another important aspect of wisdom is that it is not just for the elite or the highly educated. In the Bible, we see that wisdom is not just for the elite or the highly educated, but for everyone. In the book of Proverbs, for example, we read that “the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight” (Proverbs 9:10). This means that wisdom is not just for the elite or the highly educated, but for everyone.

In addition, wisdom is not just for the young, but also for the old. In the book of Job, we read that “Wisdom is with the aged, and understanding in length of days” (Job 12:12). This means that wisdom is not just for the young, but also for the old. As we grow older, we have more experiences and more opportunities to learn from our mistakes, which can help us to become wiser.

Furthermore, wisdom is not just for men but for women too. Throughout the Bible, we see many examples of wise women, such as Deborah in the book of Judges, who was a judge and a prophetess, and Abigail in the book of 1 Samuel, who was able to prevent a violent confrontation between her husband and King David. These examples show that wisdom is not just for men, but for women too.

Wisdom is also closely related to humility. In the book of James, we read that “God opposes the proud, but shows favor to the humble” (James 4:6). This means that wisdom is closely related to humility. Those who are truly wise are humble, they know that they do not know everything and they are willing to listen to others and learn from them.

In conclusion, wisdom is a vital characteristic that is necessary for a fulfilling and successful life. It is practical, not just for the elite or the highly educated, but for everyone, not just for the young, but also for the old, not just for men but for women too, and it is closely related to humility. We can acquire wisdom by fearing the Lord and asking for it, and by listening to others and learning from them. As we continue to seek wisdom, we will be able to make good decisions, understand the world around us, and live in a way that pleases God.

Shalom,

Albert Smith