January 9, 2018 WWJWMTD by Steve the son of John

Challenge #3

I have been writing about challenges for the American Christian. Some things are merely an everyday annoyance for the believer while others are indeed challenges. Challenge #3 is our search for wisdom. Only wisdom can bring spiritual, physical and financial prosperity.

God’s judgment, as recorded in Revelation, is coming—no, it is upon us. Only a reckless person does not recognize the ‘signs of the times’. Jesus is coming and He is not happy. We live as if there will be a tomorrow—a tomorrow similar to today. We are “poor, blind and naked” when we believe this. The Book of Revelation says to the church to repent and change your ways. What are we to change too—only wisdom can tell us what to become.

I want the Church to be wise! God’s wisdom is simply, knowing what the will of God is—to recognize God, manifesting Himself on earth. When wisdom works in our lives then we see God, we recognize the works of the Holy Spirit, and we understand what is good and what is evil. Without wisdom, we are indeed blind.

Biblical synonyms for wisdom are discernment, understanding, perceive, hearing, fear of the Lord, counsel, reproof, knowledge, and judgment with equity. Got any of those qualities? The world says to get smart, become talented, push yourself, and reach for the stars. But God says to become humble, become 2nd to others, learn to give not take, and esteem others greater than yourself. What a difference between God and worldly values.

I have many Christian friends that have given me financial advice over the years. They have told me to invest in the stock market, buy gold and silver, purchase ammo to barter with when times get hard, and/or move here or there in order to have security. These to me are common sense decisions but in the end (the last days) it is “mourning”—crying for the sins and iniquities of God’s people—that will keep me safe. (Ezekiel 9:4)

“Blessed are those that mourn for they will be comforted,” Jesus said. This is the wisdom of God. It is found only in humility. There is no selfish motive, no jealousy, no pride, or corruptive actions in wisdom. You cannot be “saved” without wisdom. Wisdom is all about God and nothing about you. Wisdom will guide you to the will of God for it is the knowledge of God’s will.

The key to wisdom is to be humble enough for wisdom to speak to you so you can identify the will of God. Once you know God’s will then you can respond to God—this is your faith in action. From wisdom to faith—there is no other way to the Father and His Son. Challenge #3, finding wisdom and in finding God’s wisdom you will find life.

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Dr. Steven J. Wentland www.wwjwmtd.com

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