2 Tim 2:15 "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth."
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ARE YOU WISE?
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24
James 3:13
Jeremiah 9:23-24
“…Let not the wise man glory
in his wisdom…”
ARE YOU WISE?
Who is a wise man? Read the introduction to the Book of Proverbs in Proverbs 1:1-4. A wise man will hear and have a fear of the Lord.
He is endued with knowledge: The phrase “endued with knowledge” (James 3:13) is taken from where we get the word “epistemology,” the theory of knowledge. It pertains to understanding and evaluating a man who is insightful and intelligent. Since wisdom is the application of knowledge, a wise man must be knowledgeable first. However, the reference here is not to worldly knowledge but to knowledge from the Scriptures, which is the truth. A person may boast that he is wise, but if he lacks knowledge of the truth, he is falsely wise.
He shows a good conversation with meekness: Conversation means his way of life or conduct. It refers to his behaviour and attitude, especially towards others. One who is endued with knowledge conducts himself in a manner that blesses and encourages others. He gives due respect to the authorities and, above all, he is submissive to the will of God. He is characterised by a virtuous life that is beneficial. He also has the quality of gentleness and friendliness. He is endowed with strength that accommodates another’s weakness.
A wise and knowledgeable person acknowledges that his wisdom and knowledge are from God, and not of himself. He realises that he is made wise by the mind of Christ, and his knowledge is by the grace of God. Let God’s people prove themselves by living out a good conversation, and let their works bring blessings to people. Let them show a testimony of their wisdom, not in their words with hard criticisms, but according to their works. Dear reader, be wise from the truth of God’s Word. Let that wisdom be demonstrated by good conduct and gentleness. Let wisdom shine in all your actions to glorify God who is its source.
THOUGHT: Am I a wise person?
PRAYER: Father, grant me desire to know more of Thy Word that I may have the wisdom to use it every day as I live for Thee.