WISDOM
Who is like the wise man? Who knows the explanation of things? Wisdom brightens a man's face and changes its hard appearance. Ecclesiastes 8:1
When you discover that true wisdom is a gift from God, you are changed into a better person. First, wisdom makes you a unique human being. It is an error to try to imitate somebody else. The glory of the gospel is that when you become a new creature in Jesus Christ, you become unique. You become more and more like Christ.
Secondly, godly wisdom gives you a secret knowledge. 1 Corinthians 2:15 declares, “The spiritual man makes judgments about all things…” You have the ability to make wise decision not because you are so smart, but because God teaches you. Thirdly, you experience a visible joy: Wisdom brightens a man’s face; grace, not grease, is what makes the face shine.
Finally, wisdom changes the inner disposition of a person. Bible says “…(wisdom) changes its hard appearance.” People who were once difficult to live with can suddenly soften, mellow and grow easier to live with under the impact of the Spirit of God. Understand that it is the man or woman who finds the living God who discovers the answer to the riddles of life. Wisdom sets you apart so go for it. Search for it in the scriptures and seek for it through prayer.
Prayer
Dear Father, I thank you that when you came into my life, you granted me wisdom from above. I thank you that this wisdom sets me apart and causes my life to shine. Teach me to listen and live by the wisdom you give through your word in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Reference: Proverbs 17:24; Ecclesiastes 7:29-8:1; 1 Corinthians 2:15
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