wisdom from above

Wisdom in Silence

The tongue is a fire.It burns and spreads,Like a cage of wire,And poisons’ dreads.The tongue is untamed,By man’s sinful heart.Who then is unstained?It is a piercing dart.Blessed is the man,Who keeps still the tongue.Words spoken to none,No person he stung.Oh wise is the man,Who refrains from speaking.Ill words he can’t,Utter without regretting. And the tongueContinue reading “Wisdom in Silence”

Faith that Stands in the Power of God

When we depend on God, it is His power that is demonstrated. Sometimes we can be moved by powerful speeches or inspired by eloquent words, but without dependence on God, the Spirit of God cannot move and genuinely persuade the heart to change. We, therefore, understand that God’s power does not rest upon the giftContinue reading “Faith that Stands in the Power of God”

Desire for wisdom that comes from God. Some people equate wisdom as a vast knowledge of lofty things or things too difficult to comprehend by ordinary people. It may encompass that but it is beyond the vast knowledge of different matters. The Bible describes wisdom perfectly, clearly, and so beautifully that it astounds me toContinue reading “Wisdom from Above”