The Wisdom from Above

Verse:

“But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be entreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace of them that make peace.” (James 3:17-18, KJV)

Devotional:

As Christians, we are called to seek wisdom from above, which is different from worldly wisdom. While worldly wisdom is often self-centered and focused on personal gain, the wisdom from above is pure, peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial, and sincere.

This type of wisdom is not something that we can acquire through our own efforts. It is a gift from God that we receive through the Holy Spirit. When we seek God's wisdom, we are acknowledging our dependence on Him and our need for His guidance in our lives.

Seeking wisdom from above requires us to cultivate a close relationship with God through prayer, reading and studying His Word, and listening to the promptings of the Holy Spirit. It also requires us to be obedient to God's commands and to follow His will for our lives.

When we have the wisdom from above, we are better equipped to navigate the challenges and difficulties of life. We are able to make decisions that are in line with God's will and to treat others with love, mercy, and compassion.

Daily Challenge:

Take some time today to reflect on whether your decisions and actions align with the wisdom from above. Ask God to reveal areas where you need to seek His guidance and make changes in your life.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, we thank you for the gift of wisdom from above that we receive through the Holy Spirit. Help us to seek your wisdom in all areas of our lives and to be obedient to your commands. Show us areas where we need to make changes and guide us as we navigate the challenges of life. May we treat others with love, mercy, and compassion, reflecting your character to the world around us. In Jesus' precious name, we pray. Amen.