But God does share with us His wisdom which can see us through all the difficulties and stresses of life. As we conclude a brief explanation of the Wisdom Books of the Bible, I hope we can gain a better understanding of how God’s wisdom isn’t designed to tell you how to act, but to help guide you to a place where, by faith, you can see which way honors God by bringing peace to whatever you face.
Peace isn’t just a happy feeling, but rather contentment. Paul said in Philippians 4:11-14, “Not that I was ever in need, for I have learned how to be content with whatever I have. I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little. For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength. Even so, you have done well to share with me in my present difficulty.”
That verse that is often interpreted misinterpreted, but it actually holds tremendous evidence of God’s wisdom. God’s ways are rarely safe, but they are fulfilling. They aren’t usually easy, but rewarding. God wants us to bless us, but not only with worldly things. In fact, at times the best blessings come when the worldly things are removed from our lives.
Jesus instructed the Rich Young Ruler in Matthew 19:21, “If you want to be perfect, go and sell all your possessions and give the money to the poor, and you will have treasures in heaven. Then come, follow Me.” Was Jesus telling the truth? Was He only misleading a man who worked hard and perhaps was a good steward of what God had given him? NO. Jesus had also modeled for him, and for us, that giving up those things that seem like His blessings, but ultimately cloud our understanding of God’s wisdom and keep us from relying on God's strength. Jesus said in Matthew 6:33, “Seek the kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and He shall give you everything you need.” That’s real wisdom—to seek the King of the Universe and follow Him.
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