What practical steps can we take to seek God's wisdom mentioned in Job 12:13? Opening the Text “Wisdom and strength belong to God; counsel and understanding are His.” (Job 12:13) Job reminds us that all true wisdom originates with God Himself. Because He alone possesses perfect counsel and understanding, our task is to seek that wisdom directly from Him. Why We Need a Plan • Human insight is finite; God’s is infinite (Isaiah 55:8-9). • Left to ourselves, we lean on our own understanding and drift (Proverbs 3:5-6). • Scripture presents clear avenues for accessing divine wisdom. Practical Steps for Seeking God’s Wisdom 1. Humble Acknowledgment • Begin by admitting our limitations before the Lord. • Psalm 25:9: “He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them His way.” • Pride resists correction; humility invites instruction. 2. Direct Petition • James 1:5: “If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God… and it will be given to him.” • Ask specifically for insight into decisions, relationships, and daily conduct. • Trust His promise to respond generously. 3. Immersive Scripture Intake • Proverbs 2:6: “For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.” • Read—steady, scheduled portions of the Bible. • Study—look up cross-references, word meanings, and context. • Memorize—store key verses that address recurring challenges. • Meditate—linger over a passage, asking, “What does this show me about God’s character and my next step?” 4. Immediate Obedience • John 13:17: “If you know these things, you will be blessed if you do them.” • Wisdom grows as we act on what we already know. • Delayed obedience often dims clarity; prompt obedience sharpens it. 5. Spirit-Led Sensitivity • 1 Corinthians 2:12: “We have not received the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, that we may understand what God has freely given us.” • Invite the Holy Spirit to illuminate Scripture and daily circumstances. • Listen for conviction, comfort, or redirection He brings. 6. God-Centered Counsel • Proverbs 15:22: “Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.” • Seek guidance from mature believers who themselves submit to Scripture. • Test every piece of advice against the Word (Acts 17:11). 7. Consistent Worship and Gratitude • Psalm 111:10: “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom.” • Regularly recount God’s past faithfulness; reverence fuels trust. • Gratitude keeps our focus on the Giver, not merely the gifts. Putting It All Together Daily rhythm suggestion: • Morning—read a passage, ask for wisdom, memorize one verse. • Throughout the day—pause before decisions, breathe a quick “Lord, guide my thinking.” • Evening—review actions, thank God for insights, note lessons for tomorrow. As we continually acknowledge that “wisdom and strength belong to God,” He faithfully shares His counsel with those who seek Him. |
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