Seeking Wisdom from God

03/14/2025

“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” — James 1:5 NIV

Wisdom is one of the most valuable treasures we can seek in life. It is more than just knowledge or intelligence, it is the ability to apply godly understanding to our decisions, relationships, and challenges. In our verse today, we are given a simple but profound promise: if we lack wisdom, all we need to do is ask God, and He will give it to us generously.

This verse appears in the context of trials and testing. James had just encouraged believers to persevere through hardships, knowing that trials produce spiritual maturity. But how do we navigate trials in a way that honors God? The answer is wisdom. We don’t need wisdom to simply get through challenges; we need wisdom to grow through them.

James assures us that God gives wisdom generously and without finding fault. That means He doesn’t hold our past mistakes against us when we come to Him seeking guidance. He doesn’t say, “You should have known better,” or “Figure it out on your own.” Instead, He welcomes us, eager to provide the wisdom we need.

We often seek wisdom from various sources, friends, books, the internet, but true, life-transforming wisdom comes from God alone. When Solomon became king, God offered to give him anything he desired. Solomon didn’t ask for wealth, power, or long life, he asked for wisdom to govern well. Pleased with his request, God granted it to him abundantly. If God poured out wisdom on Solomon, how much more will He give it to those who ask today?

Here are a few ways you can to “Seek God’s Wisdom.”

Through Prayer
We must humble ourselves and ask God for wisdom, trusting that He hears us.

Through His Word
The Bible is filled with God’s wisdom. As we study Scripture, we gain insight into His heart and His ways.

Through the Holy Spirit
The Spirit guides us into truth and helps us discern God’s will.

Through Godly Counsel Seeking wisdom from mature believers who align with God’s Word can provide clarity.

Asking God for wisdom requires faith. A few verses later, James warns against doubting. If we waver between trusting God and relying on our own understanding, we become unstable. Instead, we must come to Him with confidence, believing He will provide the wisdom we need.

Are you facing a difficult decision? Are you in the middle of a trial and unsure of the next step? Ask God for wisdom today. He is ready to guide you, strengthen you, and equip you to walk in His perfect will.

What decision or situation in your life do you need God’s wisdom for today? Take time to ask Him, and trust that He will provide.

Heavenly Father, I acknowledge my need for Your wisdom. I don’t want to lean on my own understanding, but instead, I seek Your guidance in every decision. Thank You for Your promise to give wisdom generously. Help me to trust You completely and to walk in the wisdom You provide. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Pastor Jeff

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