Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Researching Wisdom vs Faith

Researching wisdom vs faith notes below:
http://www.fbcaltoona.org/1352108995453560/lib/1352108995453560/_files/THE_PRACTICAL_EFFECT_OF_WISDOM.pdf
1. Step one: Studying the Word of God – Job 22:22
2. Step two: Yielding to the Spirit of God – 1 Corinthians 2:6-10
3. Step three: Seeking the Wisdom of God – James 1:5-8

1) Wisdom is not given to the non-regenerate.
2) Wisdom is not given to the carnal believer.
3) Wisdom is not given to the uncommitted Christian.

OBSERVATION TWO:
-Note the phrase, “SOUND WISDOM” in verse 7. The word “SOUND” in this text refers to that which is “HEALTHY” and “SAFE.” The point is the WISDOM God gives to the RIGHTEOUS SAINTS is SPIRITUALLY HEALTHY AND SECURE. That is, IT BUILDS CHRISTIAN MATURITY!

1. He is their “Buckler.” That is, God shields the righteous saints from Satanic Destruction.
2. He is their “Keeper.” That is, God guards the path of the righteous saints from Satanic Disruption.
3. He is their “Preserver.” That is, God secures the way of the righteous saints from Satanic Dissolution.

APPLICATION: IS WISDOM AT WORK IN YOUR LIFE?
LESSON: WITHOUT DIVINE WISDOM, ONE WILL MAKE COLOSSIAL MORAL AND SPIRITUAL MISTAKES. WITH DIVINE WISDOM, ONE WILL ACHIEVE GREAT SUCCESS FOR THE CAUSE OF CHRIST!