Making Wise Decisions: James 1:5-8; 3:13-18
1 Kings 3:9 -
Proverbs 4:7 -
Ask
5 If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. 6 But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea that is driven and tossed by the wind. 7 For that person must not suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord; 8 he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways. James 1:5–8
Assess Your
13 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. 14 But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. 15 Such “wisdom” does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. 16 For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice. 17 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. 18 Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness. James 3:13–18
Proverbs 8:12, 20 -
3D Wisdom
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How Do I Grow in Wisdom?
• Pray for it. - James 1:5
• Actively search for it. - Pro 2:4
• Study God’s Word - Ps 119:10
• Do life with wise people. - Pro 13:20
• Accept correction & advice from wiser people. - Pro 15:32, Pro 19:20
• Evaluate your experiences. Pro 24:32