Seeking Wisdom in Chaotic Times
“Would that they were wise.” – Deuteronomy 32:29. These words echo the heart of God, yearning for His people to embrace wisdom. The infinitely wise Creator desires for us to live not in ignorance, but in the light of understanding. His compassion is stirred by our lack of wisdom, even as our resistance to His guidance grieves Him.
God’s desire is clear: He longs to make us wise. James 1:5 reminds us, “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God.” This is not just an invitation but a promise. God, in His sovereignty and love, offers wisdom generously to all who seek it. Yet, the human will—powerful in its capacity to resist both wisdom and love—stands as a formidable obstacle.
In these chaotic times, marked by misinformation, disinformation, and hateful rhetoric pouring down like unrelenting rain, we find ourselves in desperate need of ancient, timeless wisdom. As Isaiah 60:2 foretells, “Darkness will cover the earth and deep darkness the peoples; But the LORD will rise upon you, and His glory will appear upon you.” In the midst of gross darkness, the light of God’s wisdom and truth remains a beacon, guiding us through these unsettling days.
Guarding Our Hearts
Proverbs 4:23 instructs us to guard our hearts “with all diligence, for from it flow the issues of life.” Our hearts, the seat of our thoughts and emotions, are vulnerable to the influences we allow to enter. If we fail to examine these influences carefully, they will inevitably manifest in our actions, whether for good or ill. In this, wisdom becomes our shield, our safeguard against the craftiness and cunning of the world.
The Bible, filled with wisdom that has stood the test of time, calls us to immerse ourselves in its truth daily. As 1 Corinthians 2:5 exhorts, our faith and trust must rest not in the wisdom of humanity but in the wisdom of God. This ancient wisdom provides clarity in the face of confusion, stability amidst the shaking of worldly institutions, and hope in a time when foundations seem to crumble beneath us.
Light and Truth
In a world stumbling through darkness, what we need is light and truth. The light of the glorious gospel of Jesus Christ illuminates our path, while truth in our inward parts, as described in Psalm 51:6, anchors our hearts. Together, they empower us to navigate the uncertainties of life, offering fixed points of reference in a shifting world.
Disinformation spreads like wildfire, sowing division and mistrust. Gross darkness envelops nations, but God’s light remains steadfast. His truth endures, unchanging, piercing through the fog of confusion. As the world grapples with challenges and turmoil, God’s wisdom is the refuge we must seek. His wisdom transcends race and human boundaries, seeing humanity as one blood, created in His image.
Prayer and the Power of Change
The power of prayer cannot be overstated. Prayer changes things—hearts, circumstances, and even the course of history. In these times of ungovernable chaos, when hateful rhetoric and societal decline threaten to overwhelm, prayer anchors us to the heart of God. It is through prayer that we align ourselves with His will, inviting His wisdom to guide us and His truth to transform us.
A Call to Wisdom
God yearns over us, grieving our ignorance and mourning our unteachableness. He offers to teach us, to make us wise, and to fill our hearts with His truth and light. But wisdom is not forced upon us; it is a gift we must willingly receive. Without the wisdom and knowledge of God, the Bible warns, people perish. It is this divine wisdom that gives life, direction, and purpose.
In Deuteronomy 32:29, God lamented over Israel’s refusal to embrace wisdom. Today, He extends the same lament over a world in turmoil. Yet, His infinite compassion and love remain, imploring us to turn to Him, to seek the truth of His Word, and to become wise.
Conclusion
If ever there was a time when the world needed the enduring wisdom of God, it is now. As the systems of the world falter and uncertainty abounds, let us find our fixed points in the unchanging truths of God’s Word. Let us guard our hearts, seek His light and truth, and pray for His wisdom to fill our lives.
“For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.” – Proverbs 2:6. May we, in these challenging days, heed His call and walk in the wisdom He so freely offers.
Minister A Francine Green
September 2025
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