In what ways can we seek God's wisdom instead of worldly advice? Setting the Scene: Babylon’s Failed Counsel “You are wearied by your many counselors; let them take their stand and save you—” (Isaiah 47:13a). Isaiah exposes Babylon’s dependence on astrologers and fortune-tellers—experts who promised guidance yet left the nation exhausted and vulnerable. Human insight, no matter how sophisticated, cannot replace the wisdom that comes from the Lord. God’s Timeless Invitation to Wisdom • “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God” (James 1:5). • “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding” (Proverbs 3:5). The Lord openly invites His people to seek clarity directly from Him rather than from the shifting theories of the age. Practical Ways to Pursue Divine Wisdom • Immerse yourself in Scripture—“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path” (Psalm 119:105). • Pray specifically for insight—claim James 1:5 daily. • Listen to the Holy Spirit—“When the Spirit of truth comes, He will guide you into all truth” (John 16:13). • Seek counsel from mature believers—“In an abundance of counselors there is safety” (Proverbs 11:14). • Test every idea against God’s Word—like the Bereans who “examined the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so” (Acts 17:11). • Submit plans to the Lord—“Commit your works to the LORD, and your plans will be established” (paraphrased from Proverbs 16:3). • Turn from practices rooted in superstition or occult curiosity—Isaiah 47:13 shows their emptiness. The Lasting Fruit of God-Given Insight • Purity and peace—“The wisdom from above is first pure, then peace-loving” (James 3:17). • Stability during trials—divine wisdom steadies the heart when worldly advice shifts. • Discernment that protects from deception—God’s light exposes false paths. • A life that glorifies Christ—wise choices reflect His character to a watching world. |
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