"But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, unwavering, without hypocrisy. And the seed whose fruit is righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace."
finding peace
What freedom and beauty there is in the renewed person who accepts correction, seeks the righteousness of God, and has a clarity and grace for themselves as well as for others. This is the person who has knowledge guided by standing under [understanding] the Lordship of Jesus Christ. This is the person, who, when asked for counsel will give a response that is:
· Pure – moral blamelessness
· Peaceable
· Gentle
· Willing to yield – open to reason
· Full of mercy
· Full of good fruits
· Without partiality
· Without hypocrisy - sincere
These characteristics mark “wisdom from above”. They reach beyond self, over to our neighbor, above what is necessary, and into God’s own heart. Can you think of any safer, more satisfying state than that in which you love and are loved very, very well?
Wisdom is not about the ‘right words’, it is what motivates right living. Take stock of the wisdom in your life, would it be characterized by the list above? In an atmosphere of peace with God and peace with others, righteousness can grow. Today, may you “be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made know to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” (Phil.4:6-7) Peace.
Read and Pray: Prov. 18:15, Matthew 10:16, Ephesians 1:17-19
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