How can we ensure our wisdom aligns with God's truth in Scripture? A sobering snapshot: Romans 1:22 “Although they claimed to be wise, they became fools.” Paul describes people who proudly wear the label “wise” yet drift from God’s revelation. The verse reminds us that wisdom divorced from Scripture inevitably collapses into folly. Why genuine wisdom must anchor to God’s Word • Scripture is truth without mixture of error (John 17:17; 2 Timothy 3:16). • God alone is omniscient; His Word reveals His mind (Isaiah 55:8-9). • Human reasoning, marred by sin, is unreliable when it stands alone (Jeremiah 17:9). • Only wisdom that begins with “the fear of the LORD” endures (Proverbs 1:7). Practical habits to keep our wisdom aligned 1. Saturate your mind in the Bible – Daily, systematic reading covers the whole counsel of God (Acts 20:27). – Memorize key passages; the Spirit recalls them when decisions arise (Psalm 119:11). 2. Welcome the Holy Spirit’s illumination – He “guides you into all truth” (John 16:13). – Pray before study: “Open my eyes that I may see wondrous things” (Psalm 119:18). 3. Submit every idea to Scriptural testing – “Test everything. Hold fast to what is good.” (1 Thessalonians 5:21) – Use clear passages to interpret difficult ones; never twist Scripture to fit a preference (2 Peter 3:16). 4. Embrace humble teachability – “Trust in the LORD with all your heart… do not lean on your own understanding.” (Proverbs 3:5-6) – Be quick to listen, slow to speak (James 1:19). 5. Seek wisdom-rich fellowship – Iron sharpens iron (Proverbs 27:17). – Gather with believers who honor biblical authority; weigh counsel against the text (Acts 17:11). 6. Avoid worldly counterfeits – “See to it that no one takes you captive through philosophy and empty deception.” (Colossians 2:8). – Evaluate media, education, and advice through a biblical lens. 7. Look for the fruit – God’s wisdom is “pure, then peaceable, gentle… full of mercy and good fruit” (James 3:17). – If an idea breeds pride, confusion, or sin, it is not from above. Checkpoints when making decisions Ask yourself: • Does this align with explicit Scripture? • Would accepting it compromise a clear command? • Does it magnify Christ or exalt self? • Is the motive love for God and neighbor? The promised reward • Stability amid cultural swirl (Matthew 7:24-25). • Discernment to detect deception (Hebrews 5:14). • Joy in walking the path God marks out (Psalm 1:1-3). Closing encouragement God delights to give wisdom. “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives generously…and it will be given.” (James 1:5) Walk closely with Scripture open, heart surrendered, and mind renewed—then your wisdom will mirror His truth. |
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