The Lord is awe-inspiring, fearsome, fascinating, intriguing, majestic, and full of splendor: breathtaking! Here is what I saw of him in James 1:5,
"If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him."
Wisdom from God is a wonderful thing. In Proverbs I read that wisdom is associated with discipline, understanding words of insight, a prudent life, knowledge and discretion. No doubt James had read Proverbs 2:6, "The Lord gives wisdom, and from his mouth come knowledge and understanding." Proverbs 3:13-18 tells us, "Blessed is the man who finds wisdom, the man who gains understanding, for she is more profitable than silver and yields better returns than gold. She is more precious than rubies; nothing you desire can compare with her. Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor. Her ways are pleasant ways, and all her paths are peace. She is a tree of life to those who embrace her; those who lay hold of her will be blessed."
Wisdom from God is an amazing asset. Listen to the words of Proverbs 4:5-9, "Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or swerve from them. Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you; love her, and she will watch over you. Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding. Esteem her, and she will exalt you; embrace her, and she will honor you. She will set a garland of grace on your head and present you with a crown of splendor."
Wisdom personified says of herself in Proverbs 8:12-21, "I, wisdom, dwell together with prudence; I possess knowledge and discretion. To fear the Lord is to hate evil; I hate pride and arrogance, evil behavior and perverse speech. Counsel and sound judgment are mine; I have understanding and power. By me kings reign and rulers make laws that are just; by me princes govern, and all nobles who rule on earth. I love those who love me, and those who seek me find me. With me are riches and honor, enduring wealth and prosperity. My fruit is better than fine gold; what I yield surpasses choice silver. I walk in the way of righteousness, along the paths of justice, bestowing wealth on those who love me and making their treasuries full."
Two things that stand out to me as written in Proverbs about wisdom: "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding." Proverbs 9:10. Also, "When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom." Proverbs 11:2.
Here is something we all need, more than anything else. What a rare jewel wisdom is in this world, not to be found within the hearts of many. And to think, God gives us wisdom for the asking!
Anything of the Lord capture your heart from Scripture today? Share your thoughts of worship with us from your Bible reading today. We'd love to hear from you!
Trevor Fisk
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