Pure, Peaceful, Fair, Honest

10 Cutting logs with a dull ax makes you work harder. A wise man will sharpen his ax.  In the same way, wisdom can make any job easier. 11 Someone might know how to control snakes. But what good is such wisdom if the snake has already bitten him? Ecclesiastes 10:10-11 

When you know to “sharpen your ax” or fix the garbage disposal yourself…

Or you’re the one who solves more problems at work…

...that make you ready to receive the smartest human award?


Is it OUR great mental faculties which solve problems?


It’s easy to think this is true.

We figured it out.

We must be smart.

We’ve been there, all done that.


Reality check.


Wisdom is God’s gift.

Give thanks.


God sourced wisdom is uncontaminated by worldly influences.


Remember wisdom comes from the omniscient, eternal Father.

Wisdom’s best benefits others… fairly, and honestly.

We need wisdom. Ask God.

Receive.


 

But the wisdom that comes from God is like this: First, it is pure. Then it is also peaceful, gentle, and easy to please. This wisdom is always ready to help those who are troubled and to do good for others. This wisdom is always fair and honest. James 3:17



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