Walking In the Wisdom of God

Scriptural Text:

Walking In the Wisdom of God

Wisdom is the principal thing; Therefore get wisdom. And in all your getting, get understanding. (:7NKJV)

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Understanding is God-given perception of the nature and meaning of things, resulting in sound judgment and decision-making; in particular the ability to discern spiritual truth and to apply it to human disposition and conduct.

God-given perception of the nature and meaning of things, resulting in sound judgment and decision-making; in particular the ability to discern spiritual truth and to apply it to human disposition and conduct.

Understanding is a gift from God ()

Understanding is a gift from God ()

(ESV) — 6 For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding;

(NKJV)If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him.

Scripture declares that God alone is wise and discerning, and that human wisdom is often unable or unwilling to understand his ways. God’s wisdom is expressed in both creation and redemption.

God’s wisdom is profound ()

(ESV) — 28 Have you not known? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He does not faint or grow weary; his understanding is unsearchable.

God’s wisdom is superior to human wisdom ()

(ESV) — 9 For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.

Jesus Christ the wisdom of God (, See also ; ; ; )

Jesus Christ the wisdom of God

(ESV) — 30 And because of him you are in Christ Jesus, who became to us wisdom from God, righteousness and sanctification and redemption,

1 Corinthians 1:30 (ESV) — 30 And because of him you are in Christ Jesus, who became to us wisdom from God, righteousness and sanctification and redemption,

(ESV) — 30 And because of him you are in Christ Jesus, who became to us wisdom from God, righteousness and sanctification and redemption,

The great book of Proverbs was written for the purpose of imparting wisdom. Wisdom begins with the fear of God—a submissive, obedient relationship with Him (1:7). Wisdom calls and offers herself to all who will choose to receive her (1:8-33). Once the choice is made to receive wisdom—to accept Christ, who is wisdom—what comes next? This chapter contains the answer to that question. It is the next step in the process toward wise living. It presents a step-by-step, “how to” manual for finding wisdom—a treasure map to the greatest prize of all.

Our text comes the following thought,

Our text comes the following thought,

1. Seek wisdom (vv. 1-4).

2. Know the benefits of gaining wisdom (vv. 5-22).

Seek and Know the Value of Wisdom (2:1-22)

Seek and Know the Value of Wisdom (2:1-22)

The outline is this,

Seek wisdom (vv. 1-4); Know the benefits of gaining wisdom (vv. 5-22).

1. Seek wisdom (vv. 1-4).

Know the benefits of gaining wisdom (vv. 5-22).

Conclusion: “When people find wisdom, they develop a taste for the Word. They delight in the knowledge of God’s holy law” (, , Jeremiah 15:16):

Conclusion

Walk in the Wisdom of God

(NKJV) 2But his delight is in the law of the Lord, And in His law he meditates day and night.

2But his delight is in the law of the Lord, And in His law he meditates day and night.

(NKJV) 103How sweet are Your words to my taste, Sweeter than honey to my mouth!

103How sweet are Your words to my taste, Sweeter than honey to my mouth!

(NKJV) 16Your words were found, and I ate them, And Your word was to me the joy and rejoicing of my heart; For I am called by Your name, O Lord God of hosts.

16Your words were found, and I ate them, And Your word was to me the joy and rejoicing of my heart; For I am called by Your name, O Lord God of hosts.

Walk in the Wisdom of God],

W—Write God’s Word on your heart—Memorize and meditate on Scripture.v. 1

Base your life on God’s Word. Rely on it to guide your personal decision making as well as your counseling. Fill your mind with God’s thoughts and attitudes to the extent that they direct your life.

I—Increase your understanding of God’s ways—Listen to godly counsel.v. 2

Seek the wisdom of God through those who are rich in their intimate knowledge of Him. Diligently apply yourself to understanding God’s priorities and His views on the issues of life.

S—Seek supernatural insight—Pray for discernment.v. 3

Without ceasing, earnestly appeal to God for His insight and understanding regarding circumstances in your own life as well as in the lives of those you are counseling.

D—Dig for the treasure of truth—Study the Bible.v. 4

Engage in extensive inductive Bible study, digging out deeper truths from the Word of God. Through word studies and prayer, seek to discern the relevancy of those truths to your life.

O—Open your heart to receive wisdom—Pray for knowledge and understanding.v. 5

Expect the Lord to reward your passionate quest for Him by opening the eyes of your heart to see Him more clearly and to experience Him in a deeper, more intimate way.

M—Marvel at God’s provision—Give the credit to God.v. 6

Acknowledge that wisdom resides in the Lord and that He is the one who graciously gives it to you. You receive knowledge and understanding from Him alone.

O—Observe God’s victory!—Give the glory to God.v. 7

Literally, praise Jesus for the total and eternal victory He has secured for you in His death and resurrection. Thank God for giving you constant protection from the evil one.

F—Focus on God’s faithfulness—Rest in the Lord.v. 8

Make it your goal to hold unswervingly to your faith in Christ Jesus and to deal justly with everyone. Be assured that He will keep you on His planned course for you and protect your life.

G—Grasp the goodness of God—Wait on the Lord.v. 9

After pursuing wisdom God’s way, patiently wait on the Lord to give you understanding of what is right and just and fair for yourself and for those you counsel.

O—Operate out of your identity in Christ—Rely on the Lord.v. 10

Christ is wisdom to you. In faithfully pursuing a deeper relationship with Him and understanding of Him, His wisdom and knowledge will be released in you and through you.

D—Delight in God’s protection—Trust in the Lord.v. 11