November 9
Knowledge is something that is acquired through diligent application of study. Our pursuit of facts can lead us into volumes of books and into intent observation of what is transpiring around us. We seek insight into financial, social, and geo-political matters and our understanding increases as we study.
We can become expert in a particular field of knowledge. Our astute application of facts in an area of endeavor may establish our reputation as being one of great influence in matters of finance, for example, or as individuals to whom others may turn for guidance in areas of personal concern.
But there is one realm where diligent study does not afford us a strong fortress of knowledge from which we may securely survey our interests. That one realm involves wisdom. Wisdom, unlike knowledge, is not acquired through study. Wisdom comes from being at the feet of Jesus and asking it of Him.
In James 1:5 we are told, “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God who gives to all liberally…and it will be given to him.” The Lord imparts wisdom to those who are close to Him relationally, to those who sit at His feet and allow Him to pour of Himself upon them.
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