December 14, 2015:  SOAP #2203:  

Scripture:  James (NIV) 3:13 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.

Observation:   Earlier (James 1:5) tells us that if we lack wisdom we should ask of God who gives it generously.  Here James tells us that wisdom comes with humility.  Recognizing the source of their wisdom, wise people will be humble, not smugly boasting as though they are so smart.  They will acknowledge their wisdom comes from God.  Humility is an outward expression of wisdom that can be seen by others.

Application:  If I am the reservoir of my wisdom, then there is a limit to how much wisdom is available to me.   BUT if God is the reservoir—then there is no limit to the wisdom he can channel through me.  If I am truly wise, I will be humble.

Prayer:   Lord, help me to be a channel of Your wisdom! And may all the wisdom you give me be used for Your glory and the good of others. Amen

Pastor Leon
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