Wisdom that is from Heaven
James the half brother of Jesus wrote,
“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.
But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth.
Such “wisdom” does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, of the devil.
For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice.
But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.” James 3:13-17.
Take a few minutes and read carefully what James is saying here. Ask God to show you your life. Are you exhibiting what comes from God or what comes from this world.
The apostle Paul states,
Please think about it.
James the half brother of Jesus wrote,
“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.
But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth.
Such “wisdom” does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, of the devil.
For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice.
But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.” James 3:13-17.
Take a few minutes and read carefully what James is saying here. Ask God to show you your life. Are you exhibiting what comes from God or what comes from this world.
The apostle Paul states,
“But the fruit of the Spirit is
love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
gentleness and self-control.
Against such things there is no law.”
Galatians 5:22,23.
When people look at your life are they seeing these fruits?Please think about it.
