Title: The wise life/James 3:13-18
Contents The wise life/James 3:13-18
◈ Proposition: True wisdom is not earthly, but heavenly wisdom from above.
◈ Purpose: To obtain true wisdom through meditation on the Word
◈ Introduction
① Wisdom is distinct from knowledge, and it can be said that applying correct knowledge to life is wisdom (verse 13).
② True wisdom must be demonstrated through our lives.
“Wisdom is the totality of character and skill in the right use of knowledge.”
③ Wisdom related to this life is mentioned in two ways in the text.
1. The wisdom of the earth - the counsel of man (verses 13-16)
A. Worldly, lustful, and demonic wisdom (see 1 Corinthians 1:18)
1. Envy - selfish desires (Cain, Joseph's brothers, Saul, Pharisees, etc.)
2. Conflict - Deprives and separates reconciliation from churches, homes, and workplaces.
3. Pride - Pride and arrogance, do not praise yourself. (2 Corinthians 10:12-13)
4. Lies - Mask yourself exaggerating
B. The wisdom of the earth is noisy, and evil things happen (v. 16).
1. Joan - Refers to unstable and disorderly.
2. Evil work - refers to work that is worthless, useless, and harmful.
C. What is the wisdom (life) that comes from our fleshly qualities?
1. Are loud and evil things coming out of envy, stripe, boasting, and lies? Let us examine ourselves and cut off the things of the earth (Colossians 3:5-10).
2. True wisdom is to cut off the things of the earth.
2. Heavenly Wisdom - Wisdom from above (vv. 17-18)
A. Wisdom from the Lord. (If you look at the contents)
1. Meekness - a disciplined, disciplined personality (tamed wild horse)
2. Holiness - Wisdom of purity and holiness, not of cunning
3. Peace - Peace with God, Peace with Man
4. Tolerance - Tolerance, compassion, and nurturing
5. Yang Soon - Listening to others (James 1:19)
6. Compassion - to have pity, not to be scrutinized.
7. Good Fruits - Obtained through fellowship with God
8. No bias - unwavering faith posture
9. A life without lies - a transparent life
B. Heavenly Wisdom and Consequences
1. Peace and communion with God all the time, and interpersonal relationships become resentful.
2. We reap the fruits of righteousness - God's peace and blessings overflow in all things.
C. How to Get Heavenly Wisdom
1. It is the wisdom given to us through the Word (2 Timothy 3:15).
2. It is the wisdom given to us through the Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23).
3. It is given through prayer (James 1:5).
◈ Conclusion: In order to acquire true heavenly wisdom, we must thoroughly have Q.T time to meditate on the Word and pray.