James 3:17 KJV
[17] “But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.”
You cannot put a price tag on the wisdom that God imparts to His children. In one of our devotionals, we discussed the difference between knowledge and wisdom. Wisdom is provided by God, not learned from a book. This verse describes the many characteristics and benefits of wisdom. The things listed in this verse should provoke God’s children to seek wisdom.
We never have to question God’s wisdom because it is pure. We can always rest in it because it is peaceable. It comes to us gently and guides us when we need it. We can receive the wisdom of God because it is easy to comprehend, even though it is so far above our ways of thinking. It is easy to obtain if we open our hearts to it. The wisdom of God is merciful because He gives it to all who seek it.
God’s wisdom bears nothing but good fruit. If we apply it, we will see results that honor Him; and are best for us. It is not for a certain few, and it has no respect of persons. It does not matter who you are or where you are from; God desires us to know His will and His way in all that we do.
Finally, God’s wisdom is not hypocritical. It will never lead you to be something you are not; or do something you shouldn’t. His wisdom will be genuine in your soul. It will produce Christian behavior that others can see. Our testimony will shine before all of those around us. Make it your goal to seek His wisdom today!