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2020
Sep 10
James 3:17
But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.
2019
Apr 08
James 3:17
But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.
Peter B. from Buchanan, MI said:
Key words: The wisdom that comes from Heaven is pure. I believe in this chapter James is distinguishing the difference between God's wisdom and worldly wisdom. Worldly wisdom encourages us to be selfish and greedy, and puts our interests before the needs others. Godly wisdom leads to Peace, Love and Sincerity. Referring to James 1: 5 If anyone lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.
2012
Nov 29
James 3:17
But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.
Marcia J. from Cedartown, GA said:
I strive to become as the scripture says and keep my tongue under wrap speaking only what God would want me to speak!
2012
Oct 25
James 3:17
But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.
Derek N. from San Jose, CA said:
Pure is wisdom, pure in what? Pure in your faith for Christ. Having him as your only God and not anything else, not money, not your job, not dreams. Peace-loving is wisdom. the apostle Paul says live at peace with everyone. Picking a fight with anything or anyone you disagree with is not a healthy lifestyle. Peace is one of the fruits of the Spirit. Considerate is a wisdom. To care for others as yourself is what Jesus taught us to do. We must be more considerate of others and less concerning about ourselves, that way we allow Christ's love to pour into us and work through us. Submissive is a wisdom. Most of us think that if we win an argument then we are wise. The opposite is true. To be able to let yourself be defeated when you are fully capable of winning over an argument is a hard thing to do, especially when it's in front of many. But by doing so, you show that Christ is more important to you than to win over a silly argument. Mercy is a wisdom as we learn from James 2 because mercy can defeat judgement and those who is merciful will themselves be shown mercy. Good fruit is wisdom. Pick a fruit from Galatians 5:22-23 and bear it in your life. Any of those fruits will give you wisdom. Impartial is a wisdom because you cannot let yourself be partly believing and partly doubting. You must show complete and utter faith in our LORD. Sincerity is a wisdom because everything must come from the heart. Do not pretend to love your neighbor, but love them truly from the heart. Don't tithe because you see the person next to you tithe, do it because you wanted to from your heart. God is not one who judges from the outside but he judges the heart. May God fill us all with these heavenly wisdom so that we will be genuine in our faith and loving toward others.
2012
Oct 25
James 3:17
But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.
Linda M. from Camp Verde, AZ said:
What a lovely definition of wisdom! When I ask God for wisdom, I think more of decision-making, rather than this attitude or way of thinking or acting toward others.
2012
Oct 24
James 3:17
But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.
Peter G. from Timonium, MD said:
This verse made me think of my father. He loved the Lord, was a man of peace, and full of the kind of wisdom described here in this verse.
2012
Oct 24
James 3:17
But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.
Allan S. from Southampton, ON said:
Jesus provides this kind of wisdom ... in fact we have this wisdom available if we have Jesus in us by His Holy Spirit. When we respond like this we are Christ-like. How many times. even as a believer, have I responded inappropriately using my tongue? Sanctify (purify) my tongue O Lord and forgive me for those things that have been said by my "old" self. May my tongue be under your control and one that is used to build up and encourage others.
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