Living Wisdom

There is a big difference between knowledge and wisdom. Which one are you pursuing? Keep Reading...

​READ
James 3:13 - Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.

REFLECT
Knowledge and the ability to talk about it does not equal wisdom. Earlier in James 3 we are warned about our tongues - how they can easily damage others. We are also cautioned about teaching. It's very possible to teach and yet not live the very words that we speak.

The big point here - talk is cheap. True wisdom is shown more than talked about. Everyone can gain knowledge. But not everyone will be wise. For wisdom is shown by the correct application of knowledge.

Humility, submission and purity in relationships are all at the heart of wisdom. In other words, we cannot be wise without relating rightly with the people around us. Wisdom says, "I will not just talk about love. I will show you."

RESPOND
Do you want to be wise? Choose to turn from the sins that tear apart relationships. Envy and selfish ambition cut others down in an effort to promote self. James 3:14-16

Seek the wisdom of heaven, which consists of purity, peace, consideration, submission and mercy. James 3:17 Is this how you have been relating with those around you? Let the Holy Spirit scan your relationships and lead you toward wisdom.