James I: Ironic Wisdom

James I

 

If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. (James 1:5 ESV)

 

Ironic Wisdom

 

A gold-rush prospector must find gold as well as search for that gold. Exploratory surgery is usually harmful unless it discovers a medical solution.  And it is not satisfactory in a Hallmark movie for a young women to seek love… she also must experience it.

 

But when we ask God for wisdom, the act of asking HIM demonstrates wisdom.

 

True wisdom is trusting God’s way of doing things. So asking Him for wisdom is wisdom itself.

 

Wisdom does not come with experience, or long years, or much learning, or having a big brain, or being cautious, or being bold.

 

To be wise, choose God’s way in every situation.