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The Apostle Paul was somebody who experienced some of the best education available in his day. He was a trained Pharisee, which would indicate that he would have memorized the Old Testament. Not part of it, but all of it. The education he received in his day would be comparable to an Ivy League education today.
While his education helped him to be highly intelligent, it did not help him to be wise. It was only after his encounter with Jesus that Paul discovered it is only in Christ are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge (Colossians 2:3)
In western civilation today, we have placed an extreme amount of resources into the field of education. Unfortunately, some have prioritized intelligence over wisdom. As an example, the Harvard University Crest initially stated the goal of the university was, āTruth for Christ and the Church.ā Today it has been whittled down to, āTruth.ā As followers of Jesus, itās imperitive we look to Christ for wisdom. Education is beneficial, but we must ensure we prioritize a focus on the source of all wisdom.Ā
READING & PRAYERS:
Ā Ā Ā COLOSSIANS 1:24-2:5, PROVERBS 2:1-22Ā (also read the commentary notes in your Study Bible of choice.)
QUESTION: How would you describe the difference between knowledge and wisdom?
DIGGING DEEPER: Considering writing down a list of 10 things you could do to increase in wisdom. Choose two of them and begin to implement them into your daily life over the next few weeks. Then consider adding in additional ones.
Take a Step: Practice listening to God by utilizing the One Minute Pause app at least twice a day.
PRAYER: Heavenly Father, if wisdom truly comes from knowing You, today I simply pray that I will get to know You more deeply than yesterday. As I sit in silence for the next few minutes, may I experience the love and grace You have for me, and may I grow in wisdom as a result. In Jesusā name. Amen.
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