Gaining Godly Wisdom

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Please open your Bible and read: Proverbs 4:1–5.

Godly wisdom is gained by yielding to the Spirit’s control and practicing certain disciplines on a consistent basis. These include praying regularly and maintaining commitment, obedience, and devotion to God. Other factors are:

Observation. Watching how the Lord works teaches important truths. For example, as evidence that worry is senseless, Scripture points to nature. God’s attentive care of wildflowers and birds should help us trust in His provision for His children. (Matthew 6:25–28)

Discernment. By noticing the lives of both godly and ungodly people, we can acquire wisdom. As we hear their words and observe the results of their choices, we will learn the blessings of obedience and the consequences of wrongdoing.

Godly counsel. (Proverbs 12:15) The Lord sometimes uses other people to give direction for our lives. Whether they speak encouragement or correction, we can trust their words when their advice lines up with Scripture and is confirmed by the leading of the Holy Spirit.

Wise Associates. (Proverbs 13:20) We can benefit greatly by spending time with individuals who know the Lord and routinely respond in a godly manner. Before developing close relationships, we should observe other lives. As we notice people who reflect wisdom in thought and deed, we should imitate their discerning ways.

God wants us to pay attention to what we see and hear and be deliberate in our choice of companions. Having a godly perspective leads to God – honoring action.

Question: How do you your friends provide wisdom to help guide you, and how can you help guide others?

About this Author: Charles Stanley

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