ARE WE WISE?
James 3:13-18
Introduction:
A. In verse 13 James proposes this question: "Who is wise and understanding among you?"
B. Let's ascertain if we are wise according to God's standard.
I. What is wisdom?
A. Wisdom is understanding. v13a
B. Wisdom is understanding and doing those things that make life better. v13b
II. How can we obtain wisdom?
A. By asking God. James 1:5; Proverb 3:5-7, 13-18
B. By observing wisdom and learning from it. Proverb 17:24; 13:20a
C. By reading the WORD of GOD. II Timothy 3:16-17 (The Message)
III. How do we practice wisdom? James 3:17
A. By living a pure life. Romans 12:1-2
B. By seeking peace with people. Romans 12:18; James 3:18
C. By being gentle with people. Ephesians 5:31-32
D. By yielding or being entreating to others. James 3:17
E. By forgiving others. Matthew 18:21-22
F. By doing good impartial for others. James 1:27
G. By being ______ and sincere. James 3:17; Matthew 7:12
Conclusion:
A. Let's read again the question in James 3:13. I'll let you answer that question.
