Wisdom extends far beyond mere intellectual knowledge or cleverness. It’s a multi-faceted concept deeply intertwined with one’s relationship with God and the application of His truth in every aspect of life. In essence, wisdom is about living a life that reflects God’s character and purposes. It’s a lifelong pursuit that requires a constant reliance on […]
Genesis 31: Running Away and Making Up
In this action-packed chapter, we witness Jacob making a daring escape from his father-in-law Laban. There’s family drama, secret departures, stolen idols, and even a face-off between Jacob and Laban. But amidst all the chaos, God’s presence is felt, guiding Jacob and ultimately bringing reconciliation. The Story What’s the big deal? This chapter shows us […]
Mark 12:18-27: Resurrection and Relationships – A Mind-Blowing Conversation
The Scene Jesus has just debated with the Sadducees, a religious group who didn’t believe in resurrection. They presented a riddle about a woman who married seven brothers in succession – who would be her husband in the afterlife? Jesus’ Response Jesus doesn’t get caught up in their trick question. Instead, He corrects their understanding […]
Mark 12:13-17: Navigating tricky questions with wisdom
In this passage, Jesus finds himself in a tricky situation. Religious leaders, trying to trap him, ask a seemingly impossible question about paying taxes to Caesar. Their goal? To make Jesus look bad no matter how he answered. But Jesus, with his wisdom, turns the tables on them. What happened? The Pharisees and Herodians, two […]
Wisdom
Our Heavenly Father, In this vast tapestry of existence, Where mysteries weave and unfold, I seek Your guiding light. Grant me the wisdom of the ages, The discernment to perceive truth, The understanding to bridge divides, And the knowledge to illuminate my path. May my thoughts be clear, My intentions pure, My actions aligned with […]
Job Chapter 32: Elihu’s Voice of a New Generation
Chapter 32 marks a turning point in the book of Job. After endless debates between Job and his three older friends (Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar), a new voice emerges – Elihu. He’s younger, full of passion, and brings a fresh perspective to the conversation. Elihu’s Frustration Elihu is frustrated with both Job and his friends. […]
Job 28: The Treasure Hunt for Wisdom
Have you ever been on a treasure hunt? Job chapter 28 is like a treasure hunt, but instead of gold or jewels, we’re searching for something far more valuable: wisdom. The Unseen World of Mining (Job 28:1-11) Job starts by painting a picture of the dangerous and difficult work of miners. They go deep into […]
Are you a wise man?
Today, we’re looking at an interesting verse from the Bible. It’s Matthew 7:24, and it goes like this: “Everyone then who hears these words of mine and does them will be like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” Now, what does that mean for us? It’s all about building a solid […]