Who is wise and understanding among you? By his good conduct let him show his works in the meekness of wisdom.

James 3:13  

James 3:13–18 questions our concept of who is wise and understanding. James quickly answers: the truly wise, understanding person is one whose faith in God leads to selfless good works. Wise people live in the humility of wisdom, setting themselves aside to serve others. That’s not worldly wisdom, which leaves each person responsible to serve him- or herself first. Earthly attitudes are driven by envy for what others have, and an ambition to take it. The result is disorder and evil instead of the peace, gentleness, and mercy that follow from living by heaven’s wisdom.

“Who is a wise man and endued with knowledge among you? Let him shew out of a good conversation his works with meekness of wisdom.” James‬ ‭3:13‬ ‭KJV‬‬. Choose to live a life that reflects the character of Christ. James‬ ‭3:13‬ ‭NLT‬‬ declares, “If you are wise and understand God’s ways, prove it by living an honorable life, doing good works with the humility that comes from wisdom.” Choose to submit to God’s Word. Choose to follow His Principles and Precepts. Choose to follow Christ’s Way of doing things. 

James‬ ‭3:13‬ ‭AMPC‬‬ declares, “Who is there among you who is wise and intelligent? Then let him by his noble living show forth his [good] works with the [unobtrusive] humility [which is the proper attribute] of true wisdom.” Choose to humble yourself and pattern your ways after Christ. Pattern yourself after His Word. Let God’s Word lead and guide your course. Let Christ direct your footsteps. Let His Peace guide every aspect of your life. 

Let meekness shape your course. Let His Word grace your lips. Let His Wisdom light your path. Before you speak — seek His Counsel. Before you make your next move — seek His Way. Wisdom is critical for your next season. Humility is critical for your next level. Follow the Counsel of Christ. Seek His Way instead of trying to do things your way. His Way is Perfect. His Timing is Perfect. Seek and surrender to Christ. 

May the purity, peace, gentleness, teachableness, and mercy shown in all our actions, and the fruits of righteousness abounding in our lives, prove that God has bestowed upon us this excellent gift.

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