All Things New: 21 Day DevotionalSample

Increasing in Wisdom

A significant portion of the Bible talks about wisdom and how important it is for us as believers to seek her out. 

In this simple account that sums up the early years of Jesus’ life, the Bible puts a spotlight on Jesus growing in wisdom. Well certainly, one may presuppose, wisdom must come to Jesus naturally since He is God and God is all-knowing. Yet, the narrative reveals that Jesus was not only filled with wisdom, He also grew in wisdom (kept increasing and advancing) ​in very practical ways. 

Jesus’ hunger for wisdom positioned Him amongst the teachers of the law in the temple, where he listened to them and asked them questions (Luke 2:46). Similarly, we can start this quest by cultivating a spirit of inquiry and a hearing ear to God and other wise people. 

Everyday in this new season, there will be opportunities and situations for which we can seek the Lord for His wisdom. Like Jesus, we can also gain valuable insights from other wise people by initiating conversations and asking questions. 

We can ask the Holy Spirit for His guidance in our daily decisions for He is the Spirit of counsel and wisdom. 

We can glean wisdom from the Bible and especially from the Book of Proverbs which contains many insights and wisdom for our daily lives.

Just as Jesus needed to learn and grow in wisdom, we likewise need to do so.

Reflection

How can we seek out God’s wisdom for the decisions we need to make? 

Who are the people in your life that can give you godly counsel? Be intentional to involve them in your decision-making.

Prayer

Dear God, help me to learn from You. Help me to associate with wise people and learn from them. Help me also to constantly return to You on matters that I need wisdom on and wait on You for the answers that I need.