Category Archives: Wisdom

Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. James 3:13 (NIV) Success? I want to be wise and understanding. I want my life … Continue reading →

A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. Proverbs 15:1 (NIV)  Stirring Up Anger You have an easy choice to make. What’s that? You can either turn away from wrath or stir up anger. Is … Continue reading →

Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. Psalm 139:23-24 (NIV) Examine Me  You have my invitation. … Continue reading →

Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise! It has no commander, no overseer or ruler, yet it stores its provisions in summer and gathers its food at harvest. How long will you lie there, you … Continue reading →

He who walks with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm. Proverbs 13:20 (NIV) Choosing Friends Be very careful about how you choose your friends. Why is that? You tell me. I will become like my … Continue reading →

A generous man will prosper; he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed. Proverbs 11:25 (NIV) Give Away I have richly blessed your life. I have given you many good gifts. Why do you think I have richly blessed your … Continue reading →

Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is–his good, pleasing and perfect will. Romans 12:2 … Continue reading →

God said to Solomon, “Since this is your heart’s desire and you have not asked for wealth, riches or honor, nor for the death of your enemies, and since you have not asked for a long life but for wisdom … Continue reading →

“Now then, my sons, listen to me; blessed are those who keep my ways. Listen to my instruction and be wise; do not ignore it. Blessed is the man who listens to me, watching daily at my doors, waiting at … Continue reading →

For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all spiritual wisdom and understanding. And we pray this in … Continue reading →