Category: Wisdom

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My People Are Destroyed for Lack of Knowledge 

God’s people are not destroyed because they do not have opinions, talent, money, or access to information. Many are destroyed because they lack true knowledge, real understanding, and the ability to recognize spiritual deception. Hosea 4:6 says, “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge.” That verse is a serious reminder that when people do not know God’s truth, or…

Wisdom for Uncertain Times

“The Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.” — Proverbs 2:6 “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” — James 1:5 Part 1: Seeking God’s Wisdom When Life Feels Uncertain 1. Ask God for Wisdom Uncertain times can shake…

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Law, Mercy, and the Way We Treat Our Neighbors

Immigration is a difficult and emotional topic for many people. It is true that laws matter, and as a society, we should respect and uphold the laws of the land. Order and accountability are important. But as people of faith, we are also called to remember mercy. There are immigrants living among us who have worked hard, raised families, paid…

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Seeking God’s Wisdom in a Divided Nation

Lord, our nation is facing serious challenges, and many hearts are anxious. We hear arguments, accusations, promises, and predictions all around us. Yet deep down, we know we need more than human opinions, political strategies, or louder voices. We need Your wisdom. We need the kind of wisdom that comes from above: pure, truthful, humble, merciful, and steady.  The prophet…

Isaiah’s Call to the Church Today: Faithfulness in Cultural Change

Isaiah lived in a time when God’s people were confused, divided, and drifting away from Him. They still had religion, but their hearts were far from God. They worshiped with their lips, but their lives were filled with pride, injustice, idolatry, and disobedience. Isaiah’s message was simple but serious: come back to God. Return to Him with honest hearts, humble…

What Proverbs Teaches About Wisdom, Faith, and Righteous Living (Part 2)

The Book of Proverbs is wisdom for everyday life. It teaches believers how to live with understanding, make better choices, honor God, and stay on the right path. Proverbs reminds us that true wisdom does not begin with popular opinion, personal feelings, or worldly advice. True wisdom begins with the Lord.  Proverbs says, “The Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth…

What Proverbs Teaches About Wisdom, Faith, and Righteous Living (Part 1)

The Book of Proverbs is full of everyday wisdom for the believer. It teaches us how to live, how to make better choices, how to honor God, and how to walk on the right path. Proverbs reminds us that real wisdom does not begin with people’s opinions; it begins with the Lord.  Proverbs tells us, “The Lord gives wisdom; from…

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Like a Tree Planted: Growing Strong in God’s Presence

One of my favorite and most enduring scriptures is Psalm 1:3 in the King James Version: “And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.”  There is something peaceful and comforting about the image of a…

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Get Wisdom, Get Understanding: Learning to Speak by Faith

“Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or turn away from them.” (Prov. 4:5) “Get wisdom, get understanding” is more than a nice Bible phrase. In simple words, it means we need to learn God’s way, understand how He works, and allow that understanding to shape what we believe, how we live, and what we speak. For me,…