Real Wisdom
Posted on Jan 27, 2008 under Living |Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.James 3:13
Humility comes from wisdom, huh? There’s a thought I need consider for a little while. I’m not sure why but I’d never really associated those two qualities. Now that I really think about it, I realize that the people I know who I consider truly wise - not simply “smart” - are also humble.
The opposite of a wise person, I suppose, would be a fool. None of us want to be a fool. It’s difficult, though, to look at ourselves through someone else’s eyes so I have to wonder how many times my lack of humility made me a fool in the eyes of others? Given my struggle with humility, I’d guess plenty of times!
I have to remember that when I do something for someone else, I need to keep quiet about it. I must not announce it to anyone. I must not pat myself on the back for being generous or good. I must remember, also, that I don’t need to be the best or get the most attention. Helping and giving is joy on its own.
Most important I must remember that when I succeed, it is only by the grace of God. Everything I accomplish is His work, His goodness, His blessings. Humility means understanding that without God, I am nothing. Humility means that when I am able to serve others, that is God’s gift to me.
Let’s pray today that we have the opportunity to serve and remember to praise God for the opportunity. Let’s serve and give with humility so that are lives are led by true wisdom.
