I have a new addiction, and it’s called YouTube. A couple of weeks ago, my doctor prescribed a new diet for me. I got on YouTube to see if anyone had tried it and had any meal ideas. Approximately two-hundred million people have and they do. I watched approximately two-hundred million of their videos. Each day I visit again, hoping to learn more.
There’s nothing wrong with looking up a recipe on YouTube, but when forty-five minutes have passed, and I’m still watching people talk about “What I Eat in a Day” or “How I Grocery Shop,” it could be that I am looking for more than a simple recipe. Like the gold and silver miners Job describes, I am probing the “dark recesses” for something valuable.
In today’s reading, Job describes the difficulty of finding and attaining wisdom. According to him, wisdom is invaluable, almost impossible to find, and only known to God (Job 28:20,13,23).
The way to wisdom. That is the ultimate aim of my search. To know what is good, right, and wise. And yet, I am looking for it in the wrong place. I am mining for gold, not wisdom.
Do you know what happens after I spend forty-five minutes watching videos of chefs and health gurus? I don’t actually get more knowledgeable. I get more confused. With so many different opinions about what to eat and when, I don’t know whose voice to heed.
Job’s quest for wisdom does not lead him to a certain location or web address. It leads him to Almighty God: “The fear of the Lord—that is wisdom. And to turn from evil is understanding” (Job 28:28).
Though the internet will convince us otherwise, as Christ-followers, we have access to this wisdom and understanding. As Paul told the church in Corinth, “But it is from Him that you are in Christ Jesus, who became God-given wisdom for us” (1 Corinthians 1:30).
Christ is the physical manifestation of God-given wisdom, and with our knowledge of the Word and by the power of the Holy Spirit, we have access to this wisdom. The Gospels tell us how Jesus ministered, prayed, made decisions, and treated others. The Holy Spirit indwells us so that we can discern how to use Christ-like wisdom in our everyday lives.
God-given wisdom does not leave us confused. It does not make us question whose voice to heed or what to do. God-given wisdom is clear. It is written in the Word, and it has been written on our hearts. This is why forty-five minutes spent reading the Gospels does not create the same angst and confusion as forty-five minutes spent online.
As we venture out on our quests for wisdom, let us seek true, God-given wisdom. Let us turn first to the life of Christ. For if He is in you, so is wisdom.
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Blessed is the reading of the Lord Amen .
This is much needed and a perfect reminder for me to seek the answers only found in Christ.
Wisdom is such a treasure. Such a gift!
This is literally my life. Same exact situations. I needed this today. God wrote this for my heart. Oh that I would daily surrender my will and ask Thy will be done.
Lord give me wisdom!
Thank you Jesus for your word of wisdom
The point made about spending 45 minutes online and being left with anxiety was an eye opener for me. I search constantly for answers on one topic or another. Yet, I am left (even when I find the answers) with this anxiousness of wasted time spent searching. It occurs to me that balance is not even the answer. It is starting and ending with our FATHER! In that seeking of his face , he will guide us to the answers we need (even online) so that our true focus on Him can be realized! Pray without ceasing can take many forms throughout the day. I have found myself conversing with God on silly things. The more I am online, the less I do that.
This devotion has sliced through my heart. With small kids I’m constantly googling answers and spending hours online on sleep, food etc. I’m searching for confidence in my parenting which can only come from resting in Our Lord.
I need wisdom in how to handle a situation I’m going through. I need to forgive someone but I also need to be forgiven. I’ve never been so lost about how to handle an argument with someone I love dearly. Please pray for this situation and that everyone involved will find peace! I have truly been suffering like Job and feeling such weight from this situation the past few days. Lord give me wisdom in how to handle this with your mercy and Grace!
No! I wish I could un-read this! So much conviction. I’ve recently been listening to gut health videos while I work, where I use to let sermons play. I’m anxious and confused right away in the morning. Literally can’t believe I’m reading this. Haha. Ok, Jesus. Loud and clear.
I am also graduating college in a couple months and the workload can be overwhelming. The knowledge that needs to go into the thesis.. and the need for true wisdom. These verses from Scripture were just what i needed tonight. I will boast in Christ alone..
Amen
I am so guilty of the same thing! I search in others for wisdom first about a problem, situation, or source of anxiety without turning to the owner of wisdom first. Your wisdom is free and plentiful Lord, help me to bask in your glory and learn from these teachings I am getting to follow with your daughters!
So, I’m a few days behind on my reading (like 6 days behind ) and this reading has really encouraged me to try my best to catch up, and remember that spending 20-45 minutes in the Word is never something I will regret (but doing the same on my phone is). In the midst of graduating from college in like 38 days, becoming a wife in 65 days, and trying to find a full-time job, wisdom is something I need now more than I ever have before. Thank you, Lord that I already have access to this divine wisdom; I just need to remember it’s only found in You. Thank you so much for this amazing study!
“God alone understands the way to wisdom; He knows where it can be found … ‘The fear of the Lord is true wisdom; to forsake evil is real understanding’” (28:23,28). God’s wisdom is clear and quiet, not chaotic and loud. His wisdom gives peace and rest, not confusion and upheaval. My mind creates confusion and doubt. Restlessness and questions. God gives confidence and quietness. Rest and strength. He is the source of wisdom. By pursuing Him, I find wisdom and I walk aright.
Searching, a lot of times I feel the same way. Just know that if we keep our eyes on Him, He’ll always keep our heads above the waves. ❤️
Unfortunately, I often find myself looking everywhere but where I should for answers. I think I can find wisdom and knowledge on my own merit.
I appreciate this reminder today that true wisdom comes from
The Lord, from His story, His Word. If I am leaning on Him and spending time in His Word, then He will impart to me what I need to know and I don’t have to second guess.
Thankful for His wisdom today. Sort of takes the pressure off of me to figure it out. It’s already there. I just have to listen to Him and His Word.
Blessings to you today, sisters.
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Thankful for today’s message. Jesus is our wisdom. God’s love does not fail. Holy Spirit help me to embrace wisdom, fear of the Lord and turn from evil so that understanding flows from me. Jesus thank you for overcoming this world. We do not have to dwell in it. You are our light and life. Joy to you ladies, we don’t have to be bound in confusion we can see clearly with Him as our beacon.
Prov 4:7 NKJV
Wisdom is the principal thing;
Therefore get wisdom.
And in all your getting, get understanding.
Love this reminder. Go and get it. Go after it.
We are all about getting this, that, and the other thing.
But the principal, main thing? Wisdom. And while you are getting wisdom, get yourself some understanding also.
Reminds me of Mary and Martha when Jesus came to visit from Luke 10. Martha runs herself ragged with meal prep and such (this and that), while Mary just sits at Jesus’ feet and soaks up what He has to say (the principal, main thing). Martha complains (sound familiar?). And Jesus says, ” “Martha, Martha, you are worried and troubled about many things. But one thing is needed, and Mary has chosen that good part, which will not be taken away from her.”
Wisdom.
Understanding.
Choose that good part.
Dear Searching, God knows your heart and He is with you in your struggle. Praying that you would feel an overwhelming sense of His presence today.
Andrea asks, ‘Am I probing dark recesses for something valuable?’
When all along it’s Christ within me.
Incomprehensible-
When we’re in a dark place, do we not, as Job does in chapter 29, recall our former better days with great longing? Job remembers the blessings he enjoyed, the good deeds he did, and the esteem in which he was held. But that is not where he is now. That life is a distant memory. It pains him to recall ‘the good old days.’. Job is not sure what God is doing but he knows that God is wisdom and holds the key to understanding. Job ponders the ways of miners, who go to such great and dangerous depths to obtain gold and other precious metals and jems. Job admires their efforts but knows what they find is worthless compared to mining wisdom. Job’s situation is devastating yet he turns to his God Who knows exactly what is going on and where it all leads. Job turns to God. We would be wise to do the same. In our dark place, we turn our eyes upon Jesus. He’s right beside us.
In the midst of my dark place, I too long for what I had before. The daily, moment by moment choice to look to God for wisdom and what to do next
Prayers are being lifted up for you, Searching. Praying that God would show Himself through your circumstances and that He would pull you toward His loving arms.
Thank you Jesus that you do not change-your word shows us this. Everything in the world changes -during this time of confusion and doubt the world can’t offer me peace -you give me peace by your unchanging promises. Even though I can’t see the outcome right now/today.
Praying for you to have wisdom and courage Searching sister. God. loves. you! May His grace rest upon you.
As I seek more wisdom let me find more Christ!
The fear of the Lord – that is wisdom…
Wisdom and courage are two things I try to pray for myself and the people I love, and those that God lays on my heart, daily. Wisdom for a righteous, deeper knowledge of God, and understanding of His plan and will for our lives. Then courage to step forward in obedience to his call. Obedience that may mean turning from evil but may also be the administration of His good.
God. God loves us so much that He gave His Son.
God. God loves us so much that He continues to give us His plan, His help.
God. God loves us so much that He continues to forgive us and draw us close.
God. God loves me.
God. God loves you.
God. Selah sisters.
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Praying every day for wisdom and to keep my focus on Christ, would otherwise drown in the confusion of our world. Even with a conscious effort, some days I feel as though I’m treading water.
This is a beautiful reminder of God’s Word: https://www.instagram.com/p/BvYw9-1Fw3m/?utm_source=ig_share_sheet&igshid=6ywznfmtrouf
I also just read a comment that said to picture Jesus as He gave the Sermon on the Mount. He is the Word, so he doesn’t need a script. She was picturing Him walking back and forth preaching with beautiful truth with more passion than anyone of our time. The scripture says that the people were amazed after, because He preached with one that had authority, not as their scribes. That visual made me smile! Like Andrea said, let’s turn to Christ. His life is our example.