Wisdom

Seeing life from God’s perspective — and living accordingly.

First Mention in Scripture

Original Word: חָכְמָה (chokmah) / σοφία (sophia)

Reference: Exodus 31:3

Meaning: Chokmah: skill, prudence, wise administration. Sophia: wisdom, insight, the ability to apply knowledge rightly.

In Exodus 31:3, God fills Bezalel with the Spirit, granting wisdom (chokmah) for the skilled work of building the tabernacle.

Wisdom in Scripture is more than knowledge; it is the God-given ability to live rightly in a complex and broken world.

True wisdom begins with the fear of the Lord — a deep reverence that shapes our choices and priorities.

The Bible presents wisdom as both a gift from God and a path to be pursued through obedience, humility, and prayer.

Ultimately, wisdom is found fully in Jesus Christ, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.

The Source of True Wisdom

All true wisdom comes from God. It begins with a humble posture before Him, acknowledging our dependence and seeking His counsel.

Human wisdom, apart from God, is limited and often misguided, but divine wisdom is pure, peace-loving, and righteous.

Wisdom in the Old Testament

Proverbs, Job, and Ecclesiastes explore the depth of wisdom — how to live skillfully, endure suffering, and find meaning.

Wisdom is personified in Proverbs as calling out to those willing to listen, offering life and understanding.

Wisdom in Christ

Jesus is the ultimate embodiment of God’s wisdom. His teaching, life, and sacrificial death reveal what it means to live in perfect alignment with the Father’s will.

Paul writes that Christ has become for us “wisdom from God” (1 Corinthians 1:30).

Walking in Wisdom

Wisdom grows as we walk closely with God, study His Word, listen to godly counsel, and apply truth to daily life.

It shapes our speech, guides our decisions, and equips us to live as light in a dark world.

Scripture References

Wisdom is seeing and living life from God’s perspective. It is a divine gift that shapes our hearts, our words, and our actions. In Christ, we are invited to seek and receive wisdom that is pure, peaceable, and full of mercy, equipping us to live faithfully in every circumstance.

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