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Tag Archives: James 3:17
Good Fruit
James 3:17 (NIV) But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Craving good fruit? Look in the right place. It’s in the … Continue reading
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Who’s Wise
In the flow of debate, grandstanding and angry words, which words influence you? Whose wisdom is worthy of our attention? Someone who doesn’t claim to know it all Someone who explains why without name-calling Someone who takes time … Continue reading
Tracking Wisdom’s Way
James 3:17 (NIV) But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Picture a train: the engine is pure, uncontaminated, holy. The caboose … Continue reading
When It’s Simply Not Wisdom
James 3:17 (AMP) But the wisdom from above is . . . without [self-righteous] hypocrisy [and self-serving guile]. Short and simple–if it’s selfish and self-serving, it isn’t wisdom.
What’s Up with Wisdom?
We pray for wisdom, hoping God will drop it straight down from heaven–from His hand into our heads. But we already hold it in our hands, in the words of Scripture: James 3:17 (ESV) But the wisdom from … Continue reading