Wisdom From Above
Scripture – Proverbs 19:11: A man’s wisdom gives him patience; it is to his glory to overlook an offense.
Reflection: Just this morning I was reading in the 32nd chapter of Job that real wisdom comes from the Spirit of God. It does not come from my best and deepest thinking and reflecting. It does not come automatically as I get older.
This wisdom from above has been the dominant theme in all these Proverbs. In wisdom, we find a patience that surpasses human understanding. Through it we find the grace to overlook an offense.
That’s a great gift for the one who’s offended me and for me. This isn’t about not saying anything while I store up some resentment for use at a later time. It’s the God-given ability to simply overlook it – to let it pass and let it go as it happens.
Once again, I will stay open to God’s wisdom. I’ll let Him guide me to live wisely today – making wise decisions as I encounter different people.
Lord, please help me with this. I anticipate some conversations with people today that may be very difficult. If they come, guide my thoughts and my tongue. I need you this day.
An Invitation: A small group will be meeting this coming Sunday morning from 9:45 – 10:30am to share what we’ve learned and seen in this week’s readings. We meet in the Pastor’s office at Bethel Baptist Church, 13330 Trenton Road in Southgate. Everyone’s welcome to join us.
Reflection: Just this morning I was reading in the 32nd chapter of Job that real wisdom comes from the Spirit of God. It does not come from my best and deepest thinking and reflecting. It does not come automatically as I get older.
This wisdom from above has been the dominant theme in all these Proverbs. In wisdom, we find a patience that surpasses human understanding. Through it we find the grace to overlook an offense.
That’s a great gift for the one who’s offended me and for me. This isn’t about not saying anything while I store up some resentment for use at a later time. It’s the God-given ability to simply overlook it – to let it pass and let it go as it happens.
Once again, I will stay open to God’s wisdom. I’ll let Him guide me to live wisely today – making wise decisions as I encounter different people.
Lord, please help me with this. I anticipate some conversations with people today that may be very difficult. If they come, guide my thoughts and my tongue. I need you this day.
An Invitation: A small group will be meeting this coming Sunday morning from 9:45 – 10:30am to share what we’ve learned and seen in this week’s readings. We meet in the Pastor’s office at Bethel Baptist Church, 13330 Trenton Road in Southgate. Everyone’s welcome to join us.
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