Read James 3 The perfection of faith

But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, willing to yield, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality and without hypocrisy. Now the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace. (James 3:17)

James makes a distinction between the wisdom that is of God and that is of the world. This wisdom does not descend from above, but is earthly, sensual, demonic. For where envy and self-seeking exist, confusion and every evil thing are there. (James

Purity, the absence of sinful attitude or motive. It is peaceable. It is gentle and kind, although in reality Jesus has every reason to be stern and punitive toward men in their sin. He is our Peace through whom the Jews and Gentiles become one. It is gentle, is the ability to extend to others the kindly consideration we would wish to receive ourselves. A display of willingness to yield, showing not strong will for personal rights. Not stubborn nor obstinate; but of a yielding disposition that edifies. It is being willing to listen to reason and to appeal and skilled in knowing when wisely to yield.

It is full of mercy It does not judge others strictly on the basis of the law, but will extend a generous hand full of mercy. This wisdom knows that the same measure of mercy we grant to others is the same measure God will use with us (Matthew 7:2). It is full of good fruits. Those who make peace bears the fruit of righteousness. It has eternal in perspective unlike to foolish rich man. (James 3:18).

It is without partiality and without hypocrisy, pretending to be what it is not; acting always in its own character. Forthright without hidden agenda.

We can read much about wisdom from Proverbs and its something to be pursued. Its more than knowledge, ability to think, intelligence and smart but practical godliness. It will be Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show by good conduct that his works are done in the meekness of wisdom. (James

Prayer: LORD, I ask for wisdom in all the situation and different individuals.

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