Wisdom To Know
Monday April 8, 2019
To live with wisdom in recovery requires humility. We need to acknowledge, “I don’t really know what is best for me but I’m willing to try new ways and learn from the experience of others.” God is the source of all wisdom and His principles for living can be found in the Bible. It is also helpful for us to hear from people who have walked the path before us. The wisdom we obtain will be determined by whether we act on the instructions in God’s Word and the advice of a mentor or friend or choose to operate on our own.
The Lord is the source of wisdom; knowledge and understanding come from his mouth. If you listen to him, you will understand what is just and fair and how to do what is right. You will gain wisdom, and knowledge will bring you joy. (Proverbs 2:6, 9 ERV)
Wise people desire to put God’s principles into effect in every aspect of their daily living, and follow the advice of those who walk with God. We don’t need advice from people who sound like us and speak things we want to hear. We need to listen to people who are not afraid to contradict our dysfunctional thinking and tell us the truth, even though it may be difficult for us to hear.
Become wise by walking with the wise; hang out with fools and watch your life fall to pieces. (Proverbs 13:20 ERV)
Familiar thoughts often roll around in our heads challenging the truth of what we are being taught. If we dwell on old thought patterns, we’ll soon find ourselves feeling discontented. A solid life in recovery requires that we learn to think and act in new ways and develop a wise heart.
Dear friend, take my advice; it will add years to your life. I’m writing out clear directions to Wisdom Way, I’m drawing a map to Righteous Road. I don’t want you ending up in blind alleys, or wasting time making wrong turns. Hold tight to good advice; don’t relax your grip. Guard it well—your life is at stake! (Proverbs 4:10-13 MSG)Prayer: Loving God, I ask You for wisdom to choose the right way forward. Help me to trust Your guidance in all my affairs. Amen
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