Wisdom From Above
"The price of wisdom in above rubies." Job 28:18 How amazing that such a treasure as wisdom is available for each person who turns to God. He is the God of intelligence, creativity, discernment, and inspiration. "For the reverence and fear of God are basic in every other kind of understanding." Prov 9:10 He has secured all the rights as well as the patent to true wisdom. "In him lie hidden all the mighty untapped treasures of wisdom and knowledge." Col 2:3 As we recognize His absolute brilliance we will begin a relationship with the God of the universe.
There are times as believers we are caught playing the fool. We become so busy rushing around meeting demands and schedules that we forget to consider how we are living our life. Are we truly seeking to live by the wisdom of God’s Word? For example, we are specifically instructed to live under "a light burden and easy yoke." Matt 11:30 The ability to apply God’s wisdom to our life depends on how much of the scripture is in us and guides us. The Bible is a supernatural book that when applied gives us many incredible benefits. "Don’t be conceited, sure of your own wisdom. Instead, trust and reverence the Lord, and turn your back on evil, when you do that then you will be given renewed health and vitality." Prov 3:7 It is crucial to remember that this temporal life is only our trial run. Preparing for eternity is the wisest thing we can do. We get ready for our real life ahead by living under the direction of scripture. John Tillotson said it so well. "He who provides for this life, but takes no care for eternity is wise for a moment, but a fool forever."
The wisdom of God is for the asking but it includes a warning, must be taken with faith. We must simply believe what the Bible says enough to act upon it. "If you don’t ask with faith, don’t expect the Lord to give you any solid answer." James 1:8 Friends, we need answers. Many times we are in desperate need to hear from God. All who call on his name must believe he will do what he says. "Oh what a wonderful God we have! How great are his wisdom and knowledge and riches! Rom 11:33 In this new year will you rededicate your life to seeking the God of eternal wisdom?