Wednesday, December 07, 2005

THE WISDOM OF GOD

James gives us some insight into the wisdom that comes from God.
(James 3:17 NIV) "But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere."
The wisdom of God is undefiled (pure) in that it contains nothing contrary to the nature of God or His word. The wisdom of God is geared toward peace (order, calmness). That is, the wisdom of God will not produce or feed strife or discord. The wisdom of God is also considerate (gentle, submissive). That is, it is not harsh and insensitive to you or the needs of others. It is not a cold law that produces a desired result no matter what. The wisdom of God is full of mercy and it produces good fruit in the end. It is also non-biased and sincere for the desired outcome from God.

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