Wisdom

Sometimes, we find ourselves in situations where we have been represented falsely. We may have been accused of something that is untrue. We have the feeling that we cannot win either way. It starts to feel that another is not interested in truth but only a personal agenda.

Among other things, this can leave us feeling wounded, unsafe, and defensive.

Jesus knew all about this. The words that come to mind can be found in Matthew 11: 18-19 "For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, 'He has a demon.' The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, 'Here is a glutton and a drunk - and, a friend of tax collectors and "sinners." But wisdom is proved right by her actions."

The people had expectations of prophets and the coming Messiah that fit their own narrative. They had more interest in being right than seeing the truth, and while the truth does set us free, it must first convict. The people did not like their life style being challenged. They were squirming in their contradictory accusations.

We can learn much from Jesus by that last sentence, "But wisdom is proved right by her actions." Isn't that the truth? Real and godly wisdom will produce fruit in our lives. Those who are sincere in seeking God's truth, will accept the consequences of that truth. Being God's obedient beloved will come before anything else including our own pride and discomfort.

When the evidence of wisdom is obvious, that can be enough. We do not always have to explain ourselves or come to our own defense. If we can take that scripture to heart and know it to be true in our life, it will help with those feelings of insecurity and woundedness. We will feel better about not having to tell our side. The truth will plainly speak for itself as evidenced by the fruit it has produced.

God will affirm that.

What others think will not hurt the way it used to.

"If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking." James 1:5

You are loved by Him.

Written by,

Dee M. Kostelyk